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We are shocked by the sudden death of one of our Paramedics, as the result of an off duty MVC last night. He was a caring and skilled professional, but more importantly a great friend, brother and son. Thank you to all who fought for him. Please reach out and help one another.
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With sadness we acknowledge the passing of Primary Care Paramedic Mark Gomes. He was humble, caring and full of compassion for his patients both in
@RegionWaterloo
&
@GWParamedic
. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones today. He is missed by all who's lives he touched.
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We are 1 week into the mandatory face covering by-law in Waterloo Region, and here is the running tally of patients treated or transported for low oxygen saturation or high CO2 due to wearing a mask to help protect others.... Zip, Zero, Nada...
#WearAMaskPlease
#InThisTogether
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Congratulations to Paul 68068 on his final shift. You have touched the lives of many and ended strong after 35 well deserved years. All the best.
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Our tears will dry and our pain will fade, but your smile, laugh and friendship will never be forgotten. RIP Steven Rabak 21790, 1993-2020. You are loved.
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Our service piper Ian pays tribute to our deeply missed brother Steven, as well as our Police colleagues on the day of the Ontario Police Memorial.
@CPPOM
@WRPSToday
@MississaugaFES
@IAFF1212
@waterloomedics
@HeroesInLife
@CUPE5191EMS
#HeroesInLife
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It meant so much to be a part of tonight’s lights and sirens tribute for all of our local health hero’s at
@StMarysGenHosp
@grhospitalkw
and
@_CMHospital
! You are all truly amazing!
#inthistogether
💙🚑🚒🚓 🏥
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Congratulations to Karen “Creepy”
#19258
on a remarkable 36 year career with Paramedic Services. You have inspired many generations of paramedics and touched the lives of many in
@RegionWaterloo
. All the best. Keep on pedaling. 💙💛
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Thanks to
@moosewinooskis
and
@charcoalsteak
for feeding the crew today! What a great surprise! Another great surprise was that there were no crowds today. Thanks to everyone who chose to do the right thing for the community!
#slowthespread
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During a particularly difficult shift for many of our crews, to come into the crew room to this note... 😢 Thank you
@StMarysGenHosp
ER, we know you are! ♥️
#IveGotYourBack911
#Nurses
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Our first ambulance with the newly
@ONtransport
approved blue emergency lighting. Improving visability to ensure safety of our crews and all first responders on the roads.
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To the truck drivers, sanitation workers, supply chain workers, pharmacists, grocery staff, baristas, couriers, cleaners, transit operators, delivery drivers and everyone else who is keeping
@RegionWaterloo
moving. – We see you and thank you! ♥️
#InThisTogether
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The countdown is on... in 12 hours (0700)
#CambridgeCACC
returns home to Cherry Blossom Rd. after being housed in Hamilton for over 18 months. Welcome home, Partners!!
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Ok... hang on... we need to go buy a sign....
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The switch has been flipped,
#cambridgecacc
921 is back and online! Hamilton was a welcoming and gracious host, but we are happy you are back home! New faces, new tech and fresh paint, the place looks great!
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We regret to announce the passing of PCP (retired) Doug Mathieson, on Dec 31/20. Doug served
@RegionWaterloo
for 35 years, first with
@_CMHospital
, then
@ROWParamedics
. Doug retired in 2016, and loved films and Jr & Sr A hockey and travel. A good man who will be missed.
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Today marks 1 year since we lost our friend and colleague Steve Rabak. He was a caring and skilled professional, but more importantly a great friend, brother and son. We will always miss his smile and laugh, and he will live on in our memories and hearts.
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If you’re calling 911 - please be absolutely transparent about the information you share with the dispatcher as well as with paramedics on-scene. This will help us protect ourselves from COVID-19 by wearing the proper protective gear.
#InThisTogether
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Deputy Chief Topham! Our newest Deputy to join the ranks
@ROWParamedics
. We are excited for what the future brings! Best of luck to you in your new role.
#Congratulations
from all!
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Thank you to our paramedics and all 1st responders who are spending
#Thanksgiving
away from their families to keep our communities safe.
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Please help us and the roads crews during this blizzard. If you don’t need to be out, stay home. Stranded cars everywhere, total whiteout conditions outside of the cities. Take a day off from driving, if you are able! If it’s not essential, it’s not worth it!
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Don’t forget your mask when you’re heading out the door today in
@RegionWaterloo
! The bylaw is in effect. Please make kindness your default if you see someone without a mask on – they may have a medical reason for not wearing one.
#InThisTogether
#NewProfilePic
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We’re excited to show off our special
#RemembranceDay2021
livery, proudly displayed on 2 ambulances and 2 ERUs. Keep an eye out for them, on the road until mid-November. Great job
@RegionWaterloo
sign shop!
#LestWeForget
#veterans
#WearaPoppy
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Sports related Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) accounts for 39% of all
#SCA
in those <18 y.o.
@ROWParamedics
has a free AED Loaner program for anyone hosting a tourney or any event where you want to have a defibrillator on site. For more information check out:
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Today marks the beginning of Paramedic Services week. This year’s theme is “Pandemic – Paramedics on the Front Line”. Follow along all week as we tell the stories of our staff and how their work has been changed by the pandemic. And a BIG thank you to all of our staff and crews!
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To all the
#Paramedic
mothers out there, we are being safe and wearing our PPE. Did you book your
#vaccine
appointment yet? Happy Mother’s Day! For those moms working today, thank you.
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Our
#StPatricksDay
crews have been impressed by the celebrants today. Lots of foot traffic enjoying the beautiful day, but any gatherings were small, polite, masked and distanced! Thank you for doing your part! 🍀
#stayGolden
#InThisTogether
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It’s
#telecommunicatorsweek
and we recognize our first responders, the ACO’s of
@cacccambridge
. They are the steady voice you hear when you call 911 for Paramedics. From giving 1st aid tips, coaching CPR to guiding crews, they are there before we are! Thank you for all you do!
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On
#InternationalWomensDay
we celebrate how far we have come and recognize how much work we still have ahead of us. To all the women of
@ROWParamedics
be proud and continue to strive toward positive change in the world one step at a time.
#IWD2019
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We're starting Paramedic Services Week with the kick off of our official Twitter account! Thanks for the follow!
#PSWeek2017
#FirstTweet
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Merry Christmas to all, and great job by Paramedic Jason on this awesome video! No human or deer were harmed in the making of this video!
@WRAwesome
@OAPCMedia
@vidman
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Happy
#ParamedicServicesWeek
to all Canadian Paramedics out there! All week we will be sending out videos highlighting some of the equipment Paramedics in Ontario use. Today is a look at a
@DemersAmbulance
vehicle 2189.
#PSWeek2021
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Davey looks and sounds fantastic! We are strongly considering a tone change on our sirens to match his!
#pupamedic
#WhosAGoodBoy
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A chance to meet someone who’s life we helped save is a rare and honoured occasion for our paramedics. Thanks to Angela and her family for taking the time to visit and express gratitude. It means so much!
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Congrats to Steve “Shrek” Reinhardt on 34 years of dedication to the paramedic profession. As you remove your uniform for the last time hold your head up high and be proud of your accomplishments.
Best of luck. You will be missed by your
@ROWParamedics
family. All the best.
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Our thought are with our colleagues and friends
@WRPSToday
. No call response is ever routine, no interaction is guaranteed to be low risk. We see your courage and professionalism every day in service to our community.
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating after two officers were stabbed and two others were injured during an altercation in Cambridge.
More details here:
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As we hover around the freezing mark, driveways & sidewalks are super icy this morning! Remember to
#WalkLikeAPenguin
today. We are all trying to avoid unnecessary trips to the ED, and falls/fractures are going to be the call of the day!
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Excited to welcome Julie to the rank of Superintendent of Professional Practice. Julie brings 11 years of experience as a Primary Care Paramedic and acting supervisor and recently completed the
#Leadership
Waterloo program. Welcome aboard, Julie!
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#Paramedics
Jeremy & Ryan testing their
@3MCanada
PAPR units prior to heading to the GTA to move COVID+ patients from the hardest hit areas. Paramedic Services from across Ontario are adding resources to balance supply and demand!
#InThisTogether
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Thanks to our crews, logistic staff & all
#FirstResponders
who are spending time away from their families to ensure everyone living & visiting
@RegionWaterloo
are safe over the holidays.
#HappyHolidays
!
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When an ambulance with lights and siren activated approaches while you are driving in an area with temp. bike lanes, don't panic! Continue to where you can safely pull to the right and let us pass.
@ROWParamedics
vehicles change the stoplights to green when on an emergency run!
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From our Chief to our frontline Paramedics: we want everyone to be safe and stay healthy. Protect each other and wear a mask.
#FaceMaskFriday
@ROWPublicHealth
@RegionWaterloo
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Congratulations to
@ROWParamedics
newest Advanced Care Paramedic’s Jordan and Donny. It’s a long road but your hard work and determination paid off! Best of luck on the next chapter of your careers! 🚑
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88690 made it to the finish line! ACP Shawn finished his last shift at 0630 this morning! 32 years ago he booked on with
@TorontoMedics
, and came to
@ROWParamedics
19 years ago. Thank you for the countless lives you impacted and enjoy retirement!
#NiceCrown
🎉 thanks
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Today is
#WorldMentalHealth
day. Emergency Services across the country have made a lot of headway in reducing mental health stigma, there's still more work to be done. Let’s ensure we continue the conversation so no one suffers in silence.
#YouAreNotAlone
#SickNotWeak
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Linda, Fred & Matt got an awesome visit today. JD was delivered in his parents SUV on a wintery day 1 year ago. Today his parents introduced him and his sister Paige to the team that welcomed him to the world! No better Christmas present! 🎄 ♥️
#Paramedics
(pics with permission)
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We are proud and grateful for all of the amazing women in our service! Thank you for all you do to lead the way towards positive change and equality for all. We stand with you today and every day.
#IWD2020
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Congratulations to our newest Operations Supervisor Kirsten!! Trading in her epaulettes for a crisp new pair from our Deputies.
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Yesterday marked the launch of our Community Paramedicine Program in
@RegionWaterloo
. Making connections to maximize wellness in our community.
#ExcellenceInPatientCare
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We are very proud of this group of
@ROWParamedics
. You all deserve this honour and recognition for the exemplary service you provide to our community.
#ThankYou
#ExcellenceInPatientCare
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Big thank-you to our Erb’s Road neighbours, the Herrle family from
@HerrlesMarket
for their generous donation of their famous sweet corn! Bins have been placed at each main station, and many
#Paramedics
will be enjoying fresh corn this week! Thank you for the kindness!
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To end to
#PSWeek2022
we want to share an amazing moment. In 1997 Christopher (R) was riding his bike when he was hit by a car and seriously injured. If not for his bike helmet he may have been killed. Despite his injuries, he remembered the Paramedic who picked him up. (1/2)
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It’s never too early for pancakes! Our Chiefs and admin staff are happy to serve up a surprise pancake breakfast today to acknowledge our hard-working crews. Thanks for all that you do! 🥞🚑⭐️
#PancakeTuesday
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Who wore it better? Our vote is for Davey the Dog!! Thanks to
@LindaZee
for bringing Davey in for a visit for “Howl-o-ween”. If your goblins and ghosts are trick-or-treating tonight, make sure they are as visible as Davey is!
#vvgoodboy
#Pupamedic
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Paramedics are asking you to
#stayhome
this coming weekend so that they can stay safe. Reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remain in small groups if getting together, respect your social bubble and choose online Homecoming activities.
#NoPlaceLikeHome
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Our North HQ sign will shine red tonight and all weekend to honour the victims,
@RCMPNS
officers and the
@EHS_NS
first responders involved in the tragedy in Nova Scotia.
#RCMPNeverForget
#WearRedFriday
#NovaScotiaStrong
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Today we welcomed our new
@RegionWaterloo
recruits who are starting 3 weeks of training! Welcome to the team! 🚑
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So lucky today to be able to say thank you to all the
#nurses
,
#PSWs
, lab techs, food service workers, housekeepers, RTs, MDs, Pharmacists, SO’s and everyone else who worked so hard over the past year! It isn’t over yet, but there is a light!
#vaccination
#LTC
#InThisTogether
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For many shift workers, Christmas with their family happens today! Gifts are opened and feasts are prepared, because work doesn’t stop for Christmas. Hoping our Paramedics and our partners
@grhospitalkw
@StMarysGenHosp
@_CMHospital
@WRPSToday
@OPP_HSD
& 7 WR Fire Depts enjoy it!
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Today marks the start of
#ParamedicServicesWeek
. Every day Ontario's 8,600 Paramedics provide emergency and community care in homes, shelters, workplaces and highways. All week we will share some of our staff in "Faces of Paramedicine" features.
#PSWeek
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Today is
#FirstRespondersDay
, and we would like to recognize our first responder partners, who work side by side with our
#paramedics
.
@Ornge
@cacccambridge
@WRPSToday
@OPP_HSD
and the 7 local Fire Services. You are part of what makes
#WRAwesome
. Thank you for being there!
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On
#BellLetsTalk
day we look at the progress made in reducing
#stigma
and promoting dialogue around the toll work and life stress takes our wellness. We have a long way to go, but working together to change the conversation benefits everyone. Nobody suffers alone! Credit- D. Sun
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Our partners on the frontline, the nurses of
@ROWPublicHealth
came by our HQ today to drop off some beautiful and tasty treats, in honour of Paramedic Services week! Thanks Lori, we hear they were yummy...😁
#InThisTogether
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Remembering the EMT’s, paramedics, firefighters, police officers and people of NY who lost their lives 16 years ago today.
#NeverForget
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Thx to Baby Aurora, mom Meagan, dad Caesar & big sister Talia for dropping by to meet the Paramedics that helped deliver her 3 wks ago! Paramedics Sean & Julie were thrilled to meet her again! Apparently she was much quieter this time around! 😉
#bestvisit
#Congrats
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Thank you to Tucker from
@SJACambridge
#TherapyDog
program for coming to visit our paramedics over our shift change this evening. We are excited to partner in supporting first responder wellness!
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Today our Community Paramedics completed 136
#COVID
ー19 swabs as part of
@ROWPublicHealth
LTC and Retirement residence surveillance program. Great work on keeping our most vulnerable community members safe!
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.
@ROWParamedics
want you to
#GetLoud
. We are always here to listen.
#SickNotWeak
#MentalHealthWeek
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Today is
#PinkShirtDay
. We
#WearPink
and stand together with all of
@RegionWaterloo
to
#EndBullying
. Together we can make a difference.
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Last week (June 27-July 3)
#Paramedics
and
@WRPSToday
responded to 39 opiate overdoses, including 11 on Friday. Many pt’s were using alone and not in proximity of a
#Naloxone
kit. Naloxone is free and widely available. Pick one up, learn when/how to use it! Do not use alone!
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DC Topham given the honour of presenting Supervisor epaulettes to the new Supervisor of Training, Education & Program Development to Theresa. Previously Theresa was a Primary Care Paramedic, service instructor and Co-Ordinator of Training here
@ROWParamedics
. Congratulations T!
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Congratulations Wayne # 81787 on an amazing 31 year career with KWRA and the Region of Waterloo. We will miss your sense of humour and professionalism. Enjoy the next phase! All the best!
#CottageLife
#BobRossWannabe
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Happy
#FamilyDay2018
to our crews and our extended emergency service family across the province. Especially those working today ensuring we can all enjoy a safe time together.
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.
@AmbulanceVic
a recent photo from across the world as you celebrate 30 yrs of
#womeninAV
A recent shift start 4 trucks all female
#equality
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Today we officially break ground on our North Headquarters in
@citywaterloo
. As we grow we remain comitted to “excellence in patient care” in
@RegionWaterloo
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It’s
#UglyChristmasSweaterDay
so
@Chief_BLarkin
, Chief
@richardhepditch
, and Chief VanValkenburg have donned their finest to spread a little elfin cheer!
#HappyHolidays
from your
@RegionWaterloo
emergency service leaders!
@WRPSToday
@Waterloo_Fire
@ROWParamedics
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@RobertCFrank
@570traffic
@RegionWaterloo
@WRPSToday
@citywaterloo
@cityofcambridge
@CityKitchener
No sir. Every Paramedic Services vehicle has an Emtrac system, which turns the lights green in the direction of travel. There may be a slight delay, but nothing substantial, as we have seen along the LRT line. Less critically injured cyclists is worth it.
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Please let all your officers to know they can stop in to our headquarters on Maplegrove Rd. for a break, coffee, paperwork etc. We will help accommodate in anyway we can!
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From a
#Paramedic
re: citizens who helped a young lady struck by a vehicle on Erb W. today. “The bystanders on this scene were EXTRAORDINARY. They provided excellent care for the young patient until we arrived. They were calm and kind, and in turn the pt was calm…”
#kindness
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Our paramedics are great people, but we would rather not meet you due to a preventable 911 call…
Pace yourself
Avoid Binge Drinking
Plan Ahead
Use the buddy system and ensure you and your friends make it home safely.
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Pancakes for all! Our Chiefs and admin staff are happy to serve up a surprise pancake breakfast to acknowledge the hard work of our crews. Full paramedics are happy paramedics! 🥞😁🚑
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Wow, it is icy out there this morning! Slips, falls and fractures are a huge portion of our calls so far today. Remember to
#WalkLikeaPenguin
on icy surfaces to minimize your fall risk and get where you're going safely.
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#HappyFathersDay
to all of our Paramedic Services Father’s, including this special
@ROWParamedics
family. Father, Father In Law, Dad, Husband and Daughter. We hope all fathers enjoy the day and get to spend some time with those who matter most to them.
#DadsRock
!
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Reminder 911 is for emergency calls only (pple who are seriously ill or injured.) If you feel you need testing for COVID-19, calling 911 will not fast-track the process. Connect with your Health Care Provider or
@ROWPublicHealth
for screening and assessment.
#InThisTogether
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We transport many people left behind by their friends who have had too much alcohol to drink. If you’re planning to drink, stick together, never leave a friend behind and ensure you all make it home safely.
#DontRideWithUs
#DrinkResponsibly
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Our crew has the
#FridayFeeling
! Always an amazing opportunity to meet a baby delivered in the field and their family. A special connection that will last a lifetime!
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COVID-19 has increased everyone’s stress levels greatly. Social isolation, economic stress, constant anxiety and traumatic calls can take a big toll. You aren’t alone in this,
#BellLetsTalk
#SickNotWeak
@CMHAWW
credit:
@DanSunPhotoArt
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Our hearts ache for all the victims of todays shootings in
#NovaScotia
, including 23 year veteran
@RCMPNS
Constable Heidi Stevenson. We all value the unique bond
#paramedics
share with our
@WRPSToday
brothers and sisters, and share your sorrow over a senseless loss
#HeroesInLife
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Please let them through! Every minute counts in an emergency.
#PullToTheRight
#MoveOverMonday
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We are often the 1st point of contact for patients in
@RegionWaterloo
. Personal protective equipment is worn for any potential respiratory infection – Flu, Pneumonia etc. This is best practice and helps prevent the spread of illness throughout the community.
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Great feature on our own ACP Donny Runsteadler! Thanks for the glimpse into a Paramedic’s day
@SetoRecord
and thanks
@WR_Record
for the Essential Neighbours series. Seems
#COVID
ー19 has changed everyone’s work day!
@CUPE5191EMS
@OAPCMedia
@RegionWaterloo
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Our
#CommunityParamedic
program turns ONE today 🎉 The program would not be the success it is without the hard work of our community paramedics, staff and support of
@WW_LHIN
. We are excited to see the continued growth of this program as prehospital healthcare evolves.
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Residents of
@RegionWaterloo
depend on the services that we provide each day. The care of our community & safety of our staff are our main priorities. Have symptoms of COVID-19? Pls share details on the call. Help us help you while keeping our paramedics safe!
#InThisTogether
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The only thing better than a day of training is when we get to include
@WRPSToday
and
@Waterloo_Fire
in our exercise. When we train together we build key partnerships that ensure real emergencies are safe and seamless with the best possible outcomes.
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Many thanks to
@girlguidesofcan
Kitchener unit 27 for dropping off some delicious cookies at our North HQ. I think you might be responsible for this sign at our Paramedic staff entrance too! Thank you for building our future strong, female leaders. 💜
#InThisTogether
#COVID19
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Our thoughts are with the victims, family, friends and first responders impacted by the recent event unfolding in Toronto. We stand together with you
#TorontoStrong
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Due to
#COVID19
, every call we respond to requires our medics to take extra time putting on additional PPE. However, we do have a small win to share! Call volume is down slightly this month! We will always be there if you need us. Not sure when to call?👇
#RightCallRightCare
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We would like to wish Deputy Chief Adair well as he moves forward in his career. Best of luck with
@Waterloo_Fire
. You will always have a place within our Paramedic Services family. Thank you for your service and contributions to
@ROWParamedics
&
@RegionWaterloo
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