It's #NationalPublicSafetyTelecommunicatorsWeek ! Thanks to all who work tirelessly behind the scenes & on the phone lines at the EHS Medical Communications Centre & our partners at 811 Telecare, providing care & a compassionate ear to Nova Scotians when they need it. #NPSTW2024

Every second is critical when an emergency vehicle is responding to a call. Motorists, do you know what to do when encountering an emergency vehicle with its sirens blaring & lights flashing during your commute? #SlowDownMoveOver Learn more, visit: novascotia.ca/slowdownmoveov….

On behalf of EHS Operations, #EidMubarak to all Muslims in Nova Scotia as they gather together to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan.

DYK that the EHS Medical Communications Centre has a dedicated on-site Clinical Team - the first of its kind in Canada - and they now have access to video link technology that will help improve patient care? Watch to find out more! #MedavieHealthConnect

Last month, paramedics Darcy F., Olivia P. & Justin H. attended the delivery of a healthy baby on the side of the highway near Truro. The crew of Darcy & Olivia, w/Justin in the single paramedic response unit, worked together to ensure mom & baby were supported. #ParamedicsCare

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our newest paramedic employees. They have recently completed their orientation, currently working from their designated regions and proudly serving our communities. Best wishes for a healthy and successful career! #MyEMSDay

EHS Operations would like to wish those celebrating a happy #Easter . We hope Nova Scotians enjoy a healthy and safe long weekend. We are sending a special thank you to those who are working this weekend on the frontlines and the phone lines to serve Nova Scotians. #Easter 2024

Nova Scotia is experiencing an increase in invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections. While the risk to the general populations is low, it’s important to know the difference between strep throat and the rare, more serious Invasive Group A Streptococcal infections. (1/3)

A well deserved honour and recognition for Dr. Ron Stewart, promoted as a Companion of the #OrderOfCanada , for his contributions to EMS and paramedicine as well as his dedication to the people of Nova Scotia! Thank you for all you have done, Dr. Stewart! #GGHonours

Paul, a 30-year EHS paramedic, is with his son, James, who recently started as a clinical transport operator.

James is excited about his new career and hopes to follow in his father’s footsteps to become an advanced care paramedic one day. Welcome to the team, James! #MyEMSDay