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Mum ‘very proud’ of daughter who called 999 after she collapsed

Little Ariana was taught at a young age what to do in the event of a medical emergency. And it was just as well that she was – because when her mum, Rosie, collapsed at home in the middle of the night, six-year-old Ariana kept calm and knew exactly how to respond.

Black History Month – Shurelle’s story

In an article to mark Black History Month, Emergency Ambulance Crew Shurelle writes about why she joined #TeamLAS, on feeling uncomfortable as the only black person on her training course and how things have changed for the better.

Service’s 2020 poppy badge appeal raised more than £5,500 for Royal British Legion

As we approach the beginning of this year’s Poppy Appeal, a London Ambulance Service dispatcher who leads our internal poppy fundraising has presented the Royal British Legion with a cheque for £5,688 from last year’s appeal, with our 2021 fundraising well under way.

Chief Nursing Officer visits London Ambulance Service headquarters

Ruth May, Chief Nursing Officer for NHS England and Improvement, has met colleagues across London Ambulance Service to hear first-hand about the work of our nurses.

Service celebrates two finalists for the Dispatcher of the Year Award

Two staff from our 999 control rooms have been praised for their work supporting Londoners in a national award for emergency dispatchers.

One of the first paramedics on scene of London Bridge terror attack awarded for his exceptional courage and bravery

Gary Edwards, one of the first paramedics on scene of the London Bridge terror attack in 2017, has been awarded a London Ambulance Service Chief Commendation award for his exceptional courage and bravery.

A message from the Chief Executive – 14 September

It is with great sadness that we announce that Debbie Baldwin, a London Ambulance Service volunteer Emergency Responder, passed away on 9 September.

Three nominations from Service for national award recognising healthcare heroes

A paramedic who helped a teenager in cardiac arrest, a 999 dispatcher who educates young people about the dangers of knife crime, and a group of medics who saved their colleague’s life have all been nominated for a national award.

Paramedic nominates colleagues who helped save his life for an award

A specialist London Ambulance Service paramedic has nominated his colleagues for a national award after they saved his life.

An open letter to London and Londoners from our new Chief Executive on 999 Day

As the country marks 999 Day, I would like to pay tribute to the dedicated staff and volunteers at London Ambulance Service and to all our emergency services partners who support us in our work. We also remember the ten colleagues who have died from the virus during this pandemic, as well as their families and friends.

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Service marks ‘999 Day’ with events and two minute silence

On Thursday 9th September we joined the nation in marking Emergency Services Day (999 Day).

Staying safe in the heat and helping us to help you

In this period of warmer weather, many of us will be looking forward to enjoying the sunshine and fine weather. But please be aware of the dangers of spending too long in the sun and the health risks of hot weather.

2021 summer months three of our top five busiest months ever

June, July and August of this year were three of the top five busiest months on record for London Ambulance Service in terms of 999 calls taken.

July 2021 was our second busiest month on record – second only to March 2020 where we saw the first peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. August and June were our fourth and fifth busiest ever months respectively.

A message from the Chief Executive – 03 September

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our colleague, Orin Clarke, who passed away on Sunday 22 August with COVID-19.

Please help us to help you during busy Bank Holiday weekend

We are asking Londoners and visitors to the capital to use our services wisely as we prepare for a busy Bank Holiday.

Buckinghamshire New University launch new paramedic science degree with London Ambulance Service

Buckinghamshire New University has launched a new BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science course with London Ambulance Service and South Central Ambulance Service, starting in September 2021.

The 3-year degree course will be delivered from the University’s High Wycombe and Uxbridge campuses, supporting workforce development in the Thames Valley and London regions. The programme received development funding (£100k) from Health Education England, alongside capital investment from the University to develop this exciting new programme.

NatWest Group helps support over 200 London Ambulance Service apprentices

NatWest Group has agreed apprenticeship funding to help support over 200 London Ambulance Service (LAS) staff wanting to further develop their careers on the frontline.

The funding, made through the apprenticeship levy transfer scheme, will help pay towards apprenticeship courses at our Service for up to four years.

Medics welcome jailing of man who repeatedly assaulted and threatened them

London Ambulance Service paramedics have welcomed the jailing of a man who repeatedly assaulted and threatened them over a number of years.

How you can help us help you as we experience significant demand

In the summer months, demand on our Service has risen significantly – at times to 7,000 and even 8,000 999 calls in a 24 hour period. A usual ‘busy’ day will see our 999 control room teams take around 5,500 calls.

Our teams are working extremely hard, often in very challenging circumstances.

To help us reach patients who need us as quickly as we can, please only call 999 if it’s a serious medical emergency. For urgent medical help when it’s not an emergency, please go to NHS111 online first.

Staying well in the warmer weather – a message from LAS Gold Commander Pauline Cranmer

As the sun comes out and temperatures rise this week and over the weekend– many of us will be looking forward to enjoying the sunshine and fine weather. But please be aware of the dangers of spending too long in the sun and the health risks of hot weather..