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First aid fun in the community
Members of local Brownie and Guide groups have been trained in first aid under the guidance of ambulance staff.
Paramedics meet Southend man they helped bring back to life
A pensioner who 'died' while doing some gardening has officially thanked those who helped bring him back to life.
Man suffers hand injury in saw accident
Ambulance crews were called to a man in Roydon yesterday (Tuesday Nov 25) after he injured himself on a circular saw.
16 new paramedics receive special paediatric qualification
Sixteen emergency medical technicians in Essex have taken an important step in their careers by passing the intensive eight-week training course which will allow them to become paramedics.
Gala gathering for south Essex First Responders
Hawkwell Heartstart celebrated its 10th year anniversary with a gala dinner at the Cherry Tree restaurant, in Stambridge, on November 8.
Witham station goes green
When staff at Witham ambulance station decided their station needed a breath of fresh air, paramedic John Robinson came up with an idea to both benefit the building and the environment.
84 assaults on ambulance staff
Eighty-four assaults on East of England Ambulance Service staff were reported in 2007-08, according to figures published today (November 5) by the NHS Security Management Service.
Foggy weather warning after Great Leighs RTC
A crash on the Chelmsford-bound A131 near Great Leighs racing course this morning (November 4) has prompted warnings to drivers to be extra careful in bad weather.
Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital
A motorcyclist was airlited to hospital yesterday evening (Oct 26) after being seriously injured in a collision in Grays.
Improving patient care in the south-west
Health chiefs have been able to see first-hand how more than £2m of funding for the East of England Ambulance Service is helping to further shape patient services.
Life-saving device stolen from train station
The East of England Ambulance Service is urging the public to be on the lookout for a crucial piece of medical equipment which has been stolen from Chelmsford train station.
Man suffers multiple injuries following lorry accident
A man was taken to hospital in the early hours of this morning after getting trapped by a coal lorry at Tilbury power station.
Teenager airlifted to hospital following fall in ditch
A game of football turned into a serious accident on Saturday (October 11) when a 15-year-old fell several feet from a tree into a ditch.
New SAPs take to the road
Twelve new student ambulance paramedics have taken to the roads, ready to aid people across the region who need emergency medical care.
A clinical first following two-car RTC in Great Totham
A serious road collision on Friday afternoon led to what was the first time a special clinical procedure has been used by an Essex Air Ambulance crew.
Two men injured, one seriously, in Littlebury RTC
A motorist has been airlifted to hospital after a car and bus collided in Littlebury, near Saffron Walden, on Friday morning.
Ambulance's own 'Harvest' of new recruits
The East of England Ambulance Service's student ambulance paramedic scheme has seen its latest crop of recruits start putting theory into practice.
First Responders thank community for support
Local businesses and individuals who generously back East of England Ambulance Service volunteers have been thanked for their support.
PRESS CALL V Festival preparations underway
The annual V Festival is rocking Hylands Park this weekend, and East of England Ambulance Service staff are putting the finishing touches to the most comprehensive plan yet to provide high visibility and speedy response to those needing medical assistance during the event.
Be water aware this holiday
Warnings are being made to young people tempted to take a dip in local rivers, streams and other waterways following an accident in Witham this morning.
Two-vehicle collision at Little Walden
A man was taken to hospital earlier today (Friday) following an RTC on the B1052.
Dramatic jetty rescue for Canvey man
A man was flown to hospital yesterday (Monday) after the ambulance service and coastguards joined up to help take care of him.
Helicopter celebrates a happy birthday
The heat was on for crews from across Essex when they lent support to the official celebrations of the 10th birthday of the county’s air ambulance.
Volunteers presented with Queen's Award at Colchester ceremony
Local volunteers have officially received Royal acknowledgement of their dedication and commitment to helping others in the community.
Re-appointment of NED
The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust has reappointed Paula Grayson as a non-executive director for a further four years.
Sharp rise in emergency calls
The number of people with relatively minor problems who call an emergency ambulance has rocketed in the past five years, according to the latest figures.
Boost to frontline ambulance service
Nineteen, new student paramedics take to the road in Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
Emergency medical charities plan to merge
Cambridgeshire-based emergency medical charity Magpas and the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) have agreed to plan a merger to create the most advanced emergency care service in the UK.
Four taken to hospital following collision in Tendring
A man suffered a serious head injury and three others were hurt following a collision between two vehicles on Crown Lane, Tendring, last night.
Man rescued from disused boiler at Tilbury power station
Ambulance crews have been involved in a lengthy operation to help a man who fell into a vessell and was trapped for more than an hour.
Woman rescued in Mersea high tide drama
A full-scale emergency response was put into action last night (Sunday) after a car involved in an RTC plunged into the River Strood.
Colleague praise after Southend moped accident
An off duty paramedic who came to the aid of a woman injured after a moped accident in Southend has been praised for his response.
New life-savers for Waveney
Life saving in the Waveney Valley took a further step forward this week with the formation of the Gillingham Community First Responder (CFR) group.
Minor injuries following overturned lorry at Rayleigh Spur
A lorry driver escaped with minor injuries after his vehicle overturned on the slip road of the A130 towards Sadlers Farm at the Rayleigh Spur last night.
Extremely lucky escape following Marks Tey RTC
Two people have been taken to hospital this afternoon following a serious RTC on the Ipswich-bound A12 close to Marks Tey.
Serious injuries averted in Basildon flat fire
Only one person had to be taken to hospital following a flat fire in Malyons, Basildon, in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday).
A prestigious 'Response' to community volunteers
Dedicating their lives to helping others has led to a coveted achievement for volunteers of the East of England Ambulance Service.
Man seriously injured following A130 RTC
Two people were taken to hospital following an RTC on the north-bound A130 near the Battlesbridge junction on Saturday.
Exceptional students boost patient care in Essex
Emergency response in Essex has been boosted once again thanks to the student ambulance paramedic scheme.
Three-vehicle RTC at Eight Ash Green
Three people were taken to hospital this morning (Wednesday) following a shunt on the London-bound A12 near junction 27.
A tale of two lorry drivers
There were very different outcomes for two lorry drivers involved in separate RTCs on the southbound M11 this morning.
Overwhelming satisfaction for ambulance crews
Patients who call for an ambulance in the east of England are increasingly satisfied with the service they receive, according to a recent survey.
Twin success for paramedics Mick and Mark
When tiny twins Blake and Brooke decided to make their early entrance into the world, Huntingdon ambulance crew Mick King and Mark Whalley were there on the double.
Trust expects positive report
East of England ambulance chiefs are expecting a positive outcome after submitting the Trust’s annual declaration to the Healthcare Commission.
Ambulance workforce boost in Essex
Six new ambulance transport care assistants have joined the East of England Ambulance Service to improve care for non-emergency patients.
Rugby tackle a pain in the neck
A young boy was flown to hospital yesterday (Sunday) following a heavy-duty sporting collision in Braintree.
Medic praises support after Benfleet road traffic collision
A medic who was first on the scene to the fatal crash in Benfleet yesterday (Wednesday) has praised those who assisted him in managing the incident and trying to save the life of the motorcyclist.
An accident which didn't 'spiral' out of control
The ambulance and fire services came to the aid of a Great Baddow woman on Sunday morning after an accident on some stairs at home.
Fatal crash involving motorcyclist
A man has died following a road traffic collision in south Essex this morning (Wednesday).
Unsung heroes get award
Luton paramedics have made a special visit to Luton Airport to present a team of unsung heroes an award for their outstanding contribution to patient care within the community.
Calling potential life savers in Acle, Potter Heigham, North Walsham, Diss & Harleston
Do you live in Acle, Potter Heigham, North Walsham Diss or Harleston? Do you have some free time? Could you help save a life?
Resilient Rob's new role
After a year in the headlines and national acclaim for its handling of major incidents, a new chair of the Suffolk Resilience Forum is taking up his post.
Hayden Newton to lead service
Hayden Newton has been named the new Chief Executive of the East of England Ambulance Service (EEAS).
Girl injured in Loughton RTC
A 10-year-old girl was flown to hospital yesterday afternoon (Thursday) following a collision with a double-decker bus in Loughton.
Life-saving procedure for Canvey RTC patient
Teamwork was the key word for ambulance staff when they gave aid at a serious RTC in Canvey today (Friday) which seriously injured two men, and caused one to require a life-saving procedure which is very rare outside a hospital environment.
Basildon baby is a g-Lee for family
A paramedic who came to the aid of a Basildon woman in advanced stages of labour has met up with mum and baby - who has become his namesake!
New generation of emergency service staff
Eleven student ambulance paramedics in Essex have taken an important step in their careers by passing the intensive 13-week training course which will allow them to become emergency medical technicians.
Control staff meet new helicopter
Key staff from the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Health and Emergency Operations Centre (HEOC) were given the opportunity to have a close up look at Anglia Two, Bedfordshire’s new air ambulance, during a special visit to the county by the helicopter and her crew.
Lucky escape for toddler following RTC on A120
A three-year-old girl had a lucky escape following a three-vehicle collision on the A120 near Salmons Corner this morning (Tuesday).
A new age for urgent primary health care in south-west Essex
Monday, January 28th marks the start of an exciting new venture to ensure patients have access to care when their doctor’s (GP) practice is closed.
Minor injuries after lampost collision
A woman escaped with minor injuries after the car she was driving hit a lampost in Canvey yesterday (Sunday).
Chemical incident at Harwich Port
Four people were treated by the ambulance service after packages in a container lorry at Harwich International Port were found to be leaking.
New fundraiser for air ambulance
Paul Airton from Southill, Biggleswade, has been appointed as the new Bedfordshire Fundraiser for The East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA).
Chief executive to retire
The chief executive of the East of England Ambulance Service is to retire on January 10 for medical reasons.
Busy festive period for Essex crews
Ambulance chiefs are asking the public to ensure they use the service more responsibly in 2008 following an extremely busy festive period for Essex.
Pack prepared for medical emergencies
Cub Scouts in Southend are now better informed on what to do in a medical emergency thanks to paramedic Barry Withers from Southend ambulance station.
Man hospitalised after caravan fire
A man was taken to hospital suffering the effects of smoke inhalation following a caravan fire in Jaywick last night (Monday).
Essex group starts exciting new era after unveiling dedicated emergency car
Community First Responders from Benfleet have met up with generous benefactor Allan Keats, who presented the group with a fully loaded two litre aqua blue Nissan Primera at the end of November.
Public praised for assistance after M25 accident
The ambulance crew who treated the driver of an overturned lorry at the Brook Street junction of the M25 on Friday have thanked passers-by for their help.
Air Ambulance set to fly in Hertfordshire
An air ambulance could be serving the people of Hertfordshire before Christmas, thanks to the generosity of fundraisers.
Life-saving call-takers honoured
Four Norwich ambulance workers have been honoured in a search to find the top control staff on the planet.
Air ambulance launches DVD
A documentary DVD giving a dramatic insight into the day to day lives of the region’s dedicated air ambulance team has been launched by the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) in a bid to raise funds to keep the service flying.
Five-year-old dials 999 when his mum collapses on the floor
The East of England Ambulance Service has awarded a Southend youngster a special certificate of recognition after he sprung into action when his mum Michelle Adcock fell ill at her home on Wednesday, October 17th.
Fatal crash on M25 causes motorway misery
A passenger of a van died following a collision on the M25 on Tuesday.
£1,225 boost for air ambulance in Bedfordshire
The Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation, a charity dedicated to benefiting communities in the county, has awarded a grant of £1,225 to support the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA), the charity which launched Bedfordshire’s first air ambulance service earlier this year.