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New data reveals worrying number of assaults on emergency workers
Over the last six months, the Scottish Ambulance Service’s (SAS) emergency workers have suffered from almost 150 verbal and physical assaults, new data from the Service reveals.
Mum praises Scottish Ambulance Service staff during the “scariest moment of her life”
A mum from Dumbarton has praised the Scottish Ambulance Service staff who came to her baby’s aid during the “scariest moment of her life”.
Public called to provide input into 2030 Strategy
The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) is asking the public to share their views on its draft 2030 strategy as it looks to shape its service to meet the needs of a changing population.
SAS emergency responders awarded MBEs in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours
Two Scottish Ambulance Service emergency responders have been awarded MBEs in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours for their voluntary work.
Resilience Manager awarded the Queen’s Ambulance Medal (QAM)
A Resilience Manager who leads on preparing the Scottish Ambulance Service for major incidents has been awarded the Queen’s Ambulance Medal (QAM).
Edinburgh cabbies sign up to carry naloxone as part of a SAS campaign
The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) has launched an initiative with Edinburgh’s Central Taxis to equip its taxi drivers with the life-saving drug naloxone, which temporarily reverses the effects of an opioid overdose.
Press Call: Edinburgh cabbies sign up to carry naloxone as part of a SAS campaign
The Scottish Ambulance Service is holding a press call with Edinburgh Central Taxis to mark a new collaboration to equip its taxi drivers with the life-saving drug Naloxone, which temporarily reverses the effects of an opioid overdose.
SAS Launches Air Ambulance Service Consultation
The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) has today (13 April) launched a public consultation which will inform the re-procurement of its Air Ambulance Service prior to its renewal.
Extra staff and resources for West Lothian
The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) is boosting its ambulance provision in West Lothian as part of its Demand and Capacity Programme.
SAS makes the pledge for those with visible differences to be seen and heard
The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) has made a commitment to raise awareness and promote equality in the workplace for those who have visible differences and disfigurements.
Scottish Ambulance Service recruits in record numbers
The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) has continued to increase its staffing and resources at pace this year as part of its Demand and Capacity Programme.
Parents thank call handler who saved the life of their newborn son
The parents of a baby who was born premature in a Fife Air BnB have thanked the Scottish Ambulance Service call handler who helped save his life.