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Plea to continue using services wisely during industrial action

North East Ambulance Service is appealing to the public to use services wisely as it prepares for industrial action. 

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Ambulance service reminds public to use service wisely during industrial action

North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) is urging the public again to only dial 999 for an ambulance during strike days for life-threatening conditions or injury.

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Family reunited with paramedic who helped with surprise delivery

Jade Baynham from West Denton met with Georgina Campbell, a paramedic from North East Ambulance Service, after she helped when they called 999 after a surprise delivery. 

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Updated statement following industrial action 11 Jan 2023 from North East Ambulance Service

North East Ambulance Service has provided an update following the period of planned industrial action on 11 January.

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Public urged to use emergency health services wisely this New Year weekend

People in the North East are being reminded to please only call 999 or visit A&E if their condition is a threat to life or limb as services continue to face high demand over the festive break.

 

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North East Ambulance Services declares critical incident due to extreme pressures

North East Ambulance Service has today (27 December 2022) declared a critical incident because of unprecedented pressure following the Christmas break impacting its ability to respond to patients.

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Season's greetings from North East Ambulance Service

As we prepare to bring 2022 to a close, we reflect on an incredibly challenging year for our service and the wider NHS around us.

We want to personally thank colleagues, both within my organisation and the partners who work alongside us, as well as the hundreds of volunteers who support us in providing care for our patients. It has never been a more important time to look after each other.

On behalf of everyone at North East Ambulance Service, We hope you have a Happy Christmas and New Year.

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North East Ambulance Services declares critical incident due to extreme pressures

North East Ambulance Service has today (19 December) declared a critical incident as a result of unprecedented pressure impacting its ability to respond to patients.