BCEHS presented Vital Link Awards to Abby Torrijos and Hayden Seers for helping a skier who went into cardiac arrest @WhisterBlckcmb last March. The pair along with 3 other bystanders used #CPR and an #AED in the cardiac emergency. #Whistler @PiqueNews.

BCEHS joined Pride Week celebrations in Prince George by taking part in the annual Prince George Pride parade last Saturday. Our @PHSA colleagues from Trans Care BC and @BCCancer joined #paramedics and staff in the celebrations. Happy Pride!

“Hello, a quick shout out to Steven and the advanced life support (ALS) team in Victoria who showed up to help get my neighbour to hospital last week. He took control of the situation and made her feel like someone was on her side, which was important at that time. -Jane

BCEHS will be working with our partners to keep everyone safe at the @CelebOfLight. #Paramedics will be out on bikes, in ambulances & our UTV ambulance on all three nights. Remember to #becoolbesafe and when on or in the water, stay sober and stay safe:

Congratulations to 8 students from Maaqtusiis Secondary School and their teacher who recently completed their First Responder training in #Ahousaht through the BCEHS Youth Pathways Program! Read about how this training program came about:

In case you missed it: Do you know how to recognize the signs of a life-threatening allergic reaction? Learn about anaphylaxis and what to do in these medical emergencies:

We responded to 166 motor vehicle incidents on #britishcolumbia roads & highways on Saturday & Sunday. Many were serious & some tragic. Please, wear your seatbelt, don’t drive impaired & give yourself time. #BeCoolBeSafe

RT @CHEK_News: BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) wants to ensure the public can spot the signs and respond to anaphylaxis-related incide….

Do you know how to help someone experiencing a life-threatening allergic reaction? In the summer, BCEHS often sees more calls for incidents involving anaphylaxis. Learn how to help in an emergency:

We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of @TourdeNorth charity rider Shane Kelly. Our thoughts are with Shane’s family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences. @PG_RCMP #Cops4CancerCan.

“Paramedics Anne and Chelsea transported my toddler from Delta to BC Children’s Hospital, and I wanted to thank and commend them for making a very stressful moment for my family a calm, friendly, and informative experience.” - Courtney #ThankfulThursdays

Last week, BCEHS presented Commendation Letters and Challenge Coins to 2 physicians who helped a patient in cardiac arrest during on a flight from Australia to YVR in June. Along with a nurse, the pair provided #CPR and used an AED, supporting the patient until arrival at #YVR.

BCEHS’ Chief Ambulance Officer Leanne Heppell leads the largest pre-hospital emergency medical health services organization in North America. For Leanne, health is all about people – whether it’s staff, patients, or their families. Read more: #BCEHS50

Thank you to all the #paramedics from BCEHS Planned Events for helping to keep everyone safe at the #Khatsahlano Street Party in Vancouver on Saturday!.Read more about the team's work at large-scale events around the province:

A great day at the Victoria Pride Parade! BCEHS paramedics and staff were happy to celebrate 2SLGBTQI+ (Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and intersex) communities and their allies this year in Victoria with our colleagues from @PHSA, @BCCancer and .@BCMHSUS

When large-scale events come to town, the BCEHS Planned Events team helps keep people safe by providing emergency medical support for participants and managing changing situations. Learn more: #BCEHS50

"My 911 dispatcher and paramedics were awesome! They bandaged me up while giving me a running commentary on the process. They made sure my fingers worked, then washed my bloody face and helped me change out of the shirt she had cut off me." - Lola #ThankfulThursdays

Thank you to our #paramedics, dispatchers, emergency medical call takers and support staff for working over the holiday for people in need across BC. If you are on the road, please stay safe. BCEHS & first responders thank you for staying alert.

Our #paramedics & #dispatchers responded to over 90 motor vehicle incidents on #britishcolumbia highways & roadways on Thursday & again on Sunday. Let’s be extra cautious out there. #BeCoolBeSafe

On this last day of #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth, we celebrate the BCEHS Indigenous Health team and their work both within and outside of BCEHS. Read more: #BCEHS50