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11 young paramedics join Sadbury, Ontario services during Paramedic Week
Sudbury.com
Sudbury, Ontario leaders and first responders celebrated Paramedic Week by welcoming 11 new paramedics to Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services. The event, held at the Azilda paramedic base, marked a significant milestone for the recruits, including Isabella Francioni, who switched her career path to paramedicine and appreciates the North's tranquility. Read More
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Help us help you: Paramedics embrace community care
North Bay Nugget
National Paramedic Services Week highlights the shift in paramedic roles, focusing on community outreach and home health care to reduce hospital visits. Nipissing's program collaborates on nontraditional care alternatives. Paramedics answered 18,462 emergency calls and 2,280 community visits in 2023. Read More
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6th grader earns paramedic for a day honour
OrilliaMatters
Ella Masson, a 6th grade student, was sworn in as a paramedic in Barrie to mark National Paramedic Services Week. Masson won the contest with her essay on helping paramedics when calling 911. She shared the experience with her paramedic father. Read More
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Moose Jaw's paramedics enhancing health care access
Discover Moose Jaw
Moose Jaw's Community Paramedicine team provides essential frontline health care to hard-to-reach populations, facing challenges for recognition of their expert services. National Paramedic Services Week highlights over 2,200 professionals in Saskatchewan, responding to more than 181,000 calls annually. Angela Sereda led the initiative in Moose Jaw. Read More
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New chief aims to elevate Lennox and Addington paramedics
Quinte News
Craig Jones has been appointed as the new Paramedic Chief for Lennox and Addington. Previously with Peterborough Paramedic Services, he brings extensive experience. Jones is committed to open communication and a positive work environment for achieving community impact. Read More
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Paramedic Week 2024: Kawartha Lakes honours 30 years of service
The Lindsay Advocate
Kawartha Lakes Paramedic Service celebrates Paramedic Week from May 19-25. This year's theme, "Help Us Help You," highlights the crucial role of paramedics. Special recognition is given to three paramedics, Darcy Caffin, Mark Oliver and Charles Philips, for their 30 years of service. Read More
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5 ways paramedics improve community health
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Honouring Ontario's nearly 11,000 paramedics, Paramedic Services Week 2024 started with a focus on "Help Us, Help You." This year's theme highlights paramedics' roles beyond emergencies and encourages using alternative services before dialing 911. The week celebrates paramedics' dedication. Read More
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How paramedicine reduces emergency visits and costs
CTV News
The Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care program cut emergency department visits by 24% and hospital enrollments by 19%. Local urgent visits allowed 700 of 975 patients to avoid emergency departments. Since 2014, the program has grown, making 1,200 monthly home visits. Read More
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The vital role of paramedics this week
CTV News
Explore Paramedic Services Week with this insightful video. It highlights paramedics' crucial work, their emergency responses and lifesaving efforts. Learn about their challenges and contributions to their communities. Watch Video
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National week spotlights dedicated paramedics
CHLK-FM
It's National Paramedic Services Week, celebrating first responders' crucial roles. Chief Travis Mellema praises Lanark County's dedicated paramedic team. Extensive training and hands-on experience enable them to provide advanced care beyond emergency transport. Read More
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Staff shortages spotlighted at Saskatchewan paramedic convention
CTV News
Saskatchewan's paramedic chiefs gathered in Saskatoon to discuss industry issues. They highlighted worker shortages and rising call volumes. The conference emphasized the need for recruitment and retention, addressing widespread burnout. The government is urged to create more stable paramedic positions. Read More
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Innovative paramedic model transforms Winnipeg's emergency services
CTV News
Winnipeg's integrated paramedic model merges paramedic skills with health care professionals' support, offering revolutionary emergency services. Key stakeholder interviews and real-life scenarios highlight improved patient outcomes and enhanced health care collaboration, showcasing the future of paramedicine in Winnipeg. Watch Video
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Funds and training alone won't solve rural paramedic crisis
Winnipeg Sun
Manitoba's investments aim to increase rural paramedic numbers, but shortages persist, says union president Jason Linklater. He urges immediate hiring and incentives. Despite budget funding for training, the staffing crisis remains severe, impacting emergency response times. Read More
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