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EMERGENCY SERVICES

ST JOHN update with Mel Brooker

Unfortunately, it has been a busy month with a spike in the number of burglaries that have occurred in the area.

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Quad bike and trailers are being targeted, among other things. As most of you might have already heard this is happening in broad daylight, and sometimes with home owners at home. If you do see someone on your property, please let us know by calling “111”. We need to know when it’s happening, not the next day or a week later.

You are the eyes and ears of the community. If you see something, or someone out of place, let us know, sooner rather than later.

It’s been a busy month for all those hunters out there with the Roar and the holidays. I thought it would be appropriate to remind everyone about their and everyone else’s safety while out there enjoying what our beautiful district has to offer. Identify your target before anything else, and above all have fun out there.

Last but not least, with the change of season comes a change in the driving conditions, wet roads, fog and a change in light. Check those tyres, windscreen wipers and your WOF.

Thank you for your time. Until next month, be safe. Feel safe.

Another month has raced by, and we have been steady on the local ambulance. With nearly 100 jobs attended this year already, it is going to be another record breaking year.

From a health point of view please try to get help early. You can access a Healthline Doctor 24/7 on 0800getDoc (0800438 362) . Stroke symptoms are not always the traditional facial droop and one sided weakness. They can include being confused, difficulty finding words or struggling to get the words out, or poor coordination or balance. If you have new symptoms like this, it is best to call an ambulance early. The best option is to call when you first notice these symptoms as the sooner you get seen the better. But don't let that stop you calling us anytime. Calling early is good, but calling later is better than not calling at all. And partners/family, if you are concerned you can call us. Don't let your family members convince you that it's too much trouble for us, or that we probably have more important patients to attend to. If you think that you need to call an ambulance for yourself or someone else, please do.

Once again I am asking for you to consider coming to join us on the Oxford FRU. If you have ever given it a thought, give us a ring, and we will get you training. We have a local group that will start on 9/4/23 so please get in touch. Please call the station on 033123516, leave your name and number, and our recruiting officer will be in touch.

The ambulance station at Oxford is not manned 24 hours a day. If you require emergency assistance please call 111.

Stay well and safe.

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