Derby Ambulance First Responders

Charity number: 1214702. We are a group of volunteer Community First Responders, supporting East Midlands Ambulance, responding to life-threatening 999 calls.

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

April was our 2nd-highest month for hours supporting @EMASNHSTrust.

While "first on scene" calls fell slightly, "other medical" rose 5%—reflecting the growing complexity of the patients we attend.

Help us keep responding by donating: https://t.co/wPWTqZyIrY
#EMAS #CFR

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

This is quite a shocking statistic...a quarter of all births!

[BBC News (UK) @BBCNews]

One in four births in England is now emergency caesarean, BBC analysis shows https://t.co/sJuOXTg8aX

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

'Artificial intelligence has been used to develop a "fundamentally new" type of vaccine that could protect against large swathes of viruses and prevent pandemics, say researchers.'
https://t.co/B05jXbJzZG

#AI #Vaccine

[Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS FT @DCHStrust]

Today is World Environment Day, and energy savings support patient care.

Energy-saving tip: unplug chargers and equipment not in use. A plugged-in phone charger can cost £5–£10 per year.

Unplugging is easy, and each small action counts. 🔌🌎

#WorldEnvironmentDay

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

This Volunteers Week, we'd like to say thank you to all #CFR volunteers who respond to medical emergencies at all times of the day and night. In addition, they give up their free time to attend events and offer First Aid education in our communities.

#VolunteersWeek #SavingLives

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

This breakthrough drug for ovarian cancer is kinder on the body and extends lives.

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

Women with hard-to-treat ovarian cancer could benefit from a life-extending drug now available on the NHS.

The “breakthrough” therapy will be offered to those whose disease has stopped responding to standard (platinum-based) chemotherapy.

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/E0xnoXgKXJ

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

@CitizensAdvice Most of all, we volunteer because we care, and we think that goes for most volunteers.
Happy #VolunteersWeek!

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men.

We’re introducing a targeted screening programme for those most at risk, alongside over £20 million to improve research and treatment.

@jamesmurray_ldn explains more 👇

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

'A smart drug that stops cancer cells “hiding” from treatment can shrink tumours by at least 30% in six of the world’s most common forms of the disease'
https://t.co/7gpeb7VqbX
#SmartDrug

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

Would you like some support to help you with your weight management?

[NHS Derby and Derbyshire 💙 @NHSDDICB]

The NHS Digital Weight Management Programme offers 12 weeks of free digital support for adults living with obesity who also have diabetes or high blood pressure.

Contact your GP surgery for a referral.

https://t.co/TnzscMVnhy

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

'Simple checks are spotting young women with silent heart issues that puts them at risk of their heart stopping suddenly, known as sudden cardiac death (SCD)'
https://t.co/cJ02A69GAo
#SCD

[Parkinson's UK @ParkinsonsUK]

Slowness of movement is a common symptom of Parkinson’s and can include a lack of co-ordination and smaller movements.

If you are experiencing this, it is important to seek medical support. If you’d like to talk to someone, our helpline is always here on 0808 800 0303 💙

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

'A pill has been found to almost double the survival time for advanced pancreatic cancer patients, with experts describing the trial as a game changer.'
https://t.co/HS5zYZhe3h
#PancreaticCancer #GameChanger

[Derbyshire Healthcare 💙 @derbyshcft]

Don't forget to head down to Pride Park tomorrow to find out more about dementia support and guidance 👇

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

This Saturday our responders will be at @asda in #Spondon. If you are in the area or going to the store why not drop by and see them to learn CPR, how to use a defib and about the work we do in the community. Thank you to ASDA for hosting us!
#CPR #defibrillator #firstaid

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

This is fantastic...

[BBC News (UK) @BBCNews]

'I forgot what it feels like to be outside' – First rooftop intensive care ward opens https://t.co/k3oo5aNap0

[BBC News (UK) @BBCNews]

More pharmacies in England to prescribe medication from Autumn https://t.co/SM34lEP4Jk

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

Antibiotic resistance is one of the fastest-growing threats to global health, and already kills more than 1 million people a year, according to estimates.
Now, a study has revealed how climate change is linked to rising antibiotic resistance in salmonella

https://t.co/ppFZURoJ6H

[Derbyshire Healthcare 💙 @derbyshcft]

Join us at the Dementia Hub – a free event for anyone affected by dementia, including those with a diagnosis, carers, or anyone wanting to learn more.

Tuesday 2 June, 10am-4pm at Pride Park Stadium, Derby.

No booking required.

[Derby Ambulance First Responders @DerbyAFR]

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Sign up by midnight, May 31st for a chance to win us a £100 bonus: https://t.co/npcY3l5XWP

[Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS FT @DCHStrust]

Could you be the welcoming face for patients and visitors at our sites? We’re looking for meet and greet volunteers at Ripley Community Hospital and in readiness for when the new Babington Health Centre opens its doors. Make a difference—find out more: https://t.co/YfSEQqbByZ