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23.01.2022 Would you recognise the symptoms of a stroke? More than 56,000 strokes will be experienced by Australians this year alone! Remember to think F.A.S.T. For more information on stroke prevention, stroke treatment and stroke help visit https://strokefoundation.org.au/... #WorldStrokeDay2020

22.01.2022 As a busy weekend came to a close Officer Rene from Rainbow Beach station stopped on Teewah Beach for this stunning sunset snap. What a wonderful part of the world to work.

20.01.2022 With the current extreme heat temperatures being experienced around the State, QAS Director Lachlan Parker offers his advice to Queenslanders on how to beat the heat and stay safe.

20.01.2022 Gold Coast University Hospital - GCUH are thanking all of the people that work alongside them as part of #ThankYouWeek. We love being part of such a stream-lined, professional and collaborative health service. Pleasure working with you GCUH!

18.01.2022 We had a great day kicking off National Road Safety Week attending the Emergency Services Day held at the Hope Centre in Brisbane's North. These days are an opportunity for education and awareness around road safety and a good chance for members of the community to brush up on their CPR skills. ... Every week should be road safety week in our books! Slow down, take your time and be patient with one another out there.

17.01.2022 "Team QAS" Participants = 75 Funds Raised = nearly $9000 Distance Walked = close to 7000 kms Shining the light on ending domestic and family violence = Priceless... A huge thank you to those throughout the state that contributed to the Australia's CEO Challenge "Darkness to Daylight" over the last month, in which a phenomenal amount of funds were raised to bring much needed awareness to DFV in our country. Although this year's challenge was done slightly differently to 'normal', we want to congratulate everyone that walked those kilometres and every single person that contributed to the funds raised. You've all put your best foot forward for an incredibly worthy cause.

17.01.2022 Queensland has one new confirmed case of COVID-19 today.

15.01.2022 Our Darling Downs region held a trauma training evening in Charlton this week, involving four simultaneous scenarios with the Toowoomba Operations Centre setting up a base of operations on site. Also involved in the exercise were advanced care paramedics, critical care paramedic interns, Queensland Health and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES. These training scenarios provide a great opportunity to strengthen our partnerships with allied services and enable professional development for those attending. A massive thanks to those who helped coordinate the event.

14.01.2022 There have been no new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours for Queensland!

11.01.2022 Changes to border restrictions below: Queensland will remain closed to Victoria and Greater Sydney. Residents of New South Wales, except those in the 32 Local Government Areas (LGAs) which have been declared hotspots in Greater Sydney, will be allowed to enter Queensland from 1am on Tuesday, November 3, 2020.... People who have been in a hotspot in the past 14 days will not be allowed to enter Queensland. LGAs declared hotspots in Greater Sydney: BAYSIDE BLACKTOWN BURWOOD CAMDEN CAMPBELLTOWN CANADA BAY CANTERBURY-BANKSTOWN CUMBERLAND FAIRFIELD GEORGES RIVER HORNSBY HUNTERS HILL INNER WEST KU-RING-GAI LANE COVE LIVERPOOL MOSMAN NORTH SYDNEY NORTHERN BEACHES PARRAMATTA PENRITH RANDWICK RYDE STRATHFIELD SUTHERLAND SHIRE SYDNEY THE HILLS SHIRE WAVERLEY WILLOUGHBY WOLLONDILLY WOOLLAHRA UNINCORPORATED (this is Syd Harbour)

10.01.2022 This patient has copped a serious injury but manages to lighten the mood for all involved. Repeats of Ambulance Australia continue on Tuesday nights on Channel 10.

10.01.2022 Today we travel to the Sunshine Coast to be #OnTheFrontline with Paul. A chance conversation with a paramedic who recommended the role saw Paul commence his career in 1996 in the United Kingdom. A decade later, in 2007, he made a decision most Brits dream of by relocating to Australia and joining the QAS ranks. Commencing with the QAS in the Darling Downs at Toowoomba Station, Paul went on to relieve at Chinchilla, Miles and Gatton before transferring to the beautiful Sunshi...ne Coast where he resides today causing jealousy for his friends back in the mother country. Our resident Brit is currently working out of Birtinya Station and loves the autonomy and variety of work that being an ambo entails. There have been many memorable moments in Paul's career as a paramedic, both here in Australia and over in the UK. He explains his standout memorable moment as being on shift at Toowoomba Station on day 1 of his working week when the 2011 floods struck. Witnessing the devastation firsthand and dealing with the aftermath of an event that seemed to come and go so quickly, will live with him forever. Paul considers himself fortunate to have had the opportunity to become a paramedic and provide support to those in the community at their time of need, no matter how big or small. We consider ourselves particularly lucky that your home country lent you to us, way back when. We're honoured to have you as part of #TeamTeal, Paul.

09.01.2022 Queensland has 0 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) today.

09.01.2022 ACTIVE INCIDENT No injuries have currently been reported from a structure fire on Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley and paramedics remain on standby. With plenty of smoke around, please avoid the area where possible.

09.01.2022 ACTIVE INCIDENT Paramedics are remaining on stand by on K’gari (Fraser Island) as multiple bushfires are currently burning. Most recent information (1330hrs) from our colleagues at Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES is that the bushfire warning level is: ADVICE. ... Weather conditions continue to exacerbate fire and smoke conditions. Smoke will affect visibility and air quality on K’gari (Fraser Island) and adjacent mainland areas over the coming days. We're throwing a shout out to our colleagues battling the fires, our crews on stand by and the amazing volunteers providing support to our teams. We've heard the community has been amazing in supporting our Fraser Island officers by helping to clear vegetation around our station and setting up a sprinkler irrigation system. Thank you so much to the locals - we're thinking of you!

08.01.2022 It’s heading into the hottest period of the day and as our Darling Downs paramedics have found - this sun has some bite. Try and seek shade or head indoors where possible and keep a water bottle nearby! Don’t wait until you’re thirsty, take sips regularly during the day to stay hydrated.

08.01.2022 Please see the below health alert after routine wastewater testing has returned a positive result for viral fragments of COVID-19 in sewage at the treatment plant at Carole Park in Ipswich.

07.01.2022 No Witch way about it, Shaine is creepin' it real this Halloween by bringing a spooky vibe to our Metro South office! If your little ghouls are planning on trick or treating tomorrow, please remember to: Stay socially distanced from trick or treaters who aren't part of your group... Wash and sanitise your hands often Only take wrapped lollies and candy Stay home if you are unwell, and most importantly Have a whole lot of fun! See more

07.01.2022 PLEASE NOTE: Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES have issued a PREPARE TO LEAVE for Kingfisher Bay Resort and Village (part of the K’gari, Fraser Island bushfire) as at 3.30pm Tue 1 Dec. Please pay close attention to the QFES page for updates on this alert. Stay safe everyone.

07.01.2022 Important Nunudubbermere bushfire advice from Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES to LEAVE NOW.

07.01.2022 Queensland has 2 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) today. Both acquired overseas and detected in quarantine

07.01.2022 Our crews in Aramac are certainly well versed in looking after themselves in the heat but this week will be testing for all with forecasts predicting temperatures consistently above 40 degrees, even Elliot the Emu is seeking shade! Elliot's advice for hot conditions: avoid direct exposure to the sun by seeking shade as much as possible and wearing protective clothing and a hat stay hydrated - avoid alcohol, hot and sugary drinks... look after and check on our younger and older ages of the population, expecting mothers and people with medical conditions have cool showers or baths plan your day so you can avoid being outside between 11am and 3pm Have a great week Queenslanders and stay cool

06.01.2022 West Moreton paramedics attended a 'Careers Day' for the lucky school-leavers out Ipswich way last week. Paramedicine is a highly sought after position with the Queensland Ambulance Service and a very popular career choice. It requires a university degree and registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). We're hopeful that we inspired a few young people to kick start their future at the careers day event!

06.01.2022 Earlier this week, the 'Ipswich Rotary - Pride of Workmanship Awards' took place in which the QAS had four personnel nominated from the West Moreton region. These awards recognise ambulance staff who serve their community by displaying high standards of professionalism, significant acts of courtesy, kindness, understanding and courage, handling complex and difficult situations with humanity and demonstrating excellence in a particular role or task. We're so proud to announce... that Patient Transport Officer Chris Mattock has won this coveted award! He was fortunate enough to be awarded the title alongside his other colleagues nominated; paramedic Deb Walters, paramedic Marissa Stirrat and paramedic Sheridan Keevers at a local ceremony. A huge congratulations to all the nominees and PTO Chris Mattock for displaying the attributes of a 'Pride of Workmanship' award.

05.01.2022 We've already seen one tragic fatality of a motorcyclist recently as a result of an unsecured ute load and last week officers again treated a motorcyclist on the M1 who was extremely lucky to have only suffered minor injuries when a metal object became airborne after it was dislodged from a vehicle. If you’re in control of a vehicle, you’re responsible for ensuring your load is stable, secure and safe and that no contents of your load can fall out or be dislodged. To ensure ...you're being safe when towing or carrying objects you must: ~ make sure your vehicle is suitable to carry/tow the load, ~ position the load/object correctly, ~ use the right ropes/straps to restrain your load. Please don't let your trip home from work, run to the tip or road trip become one that changes someone's life or even worse, takes someone's life. Video footage credit: Dash Cam Owners Australia.

03.01.2022 Calling all paramedicine graduates! Applications for our Graduate Paramedic Program are now open and we want to hear from you! Don’t miss out on the chance to land your dream job with a first-class ambulance service.... If you have recently completed your studies and hold Ahpra registration as a paramedic, apply via our website today. You've got until midnight Sunday 3 January 2021 to land an application for this rewarding career! https://www.ambulance.qld.gov.au/grad-paramedic-program.html

03.01.2022 They may not look a day over 21 but these fresh faced Trauma Teddies have officially been comforting our littlest patients for 30 years! Trauma Teddies have been thoughtfully and lovingly knitted by volunteers across the country since 1990. Over 1 million children have cuddled a Trauma Teddy in their time of need over the last three decades and we are so grateful for each and every one. We'd love to stake claim to these brilliant additions to the QAS but it was our friends ...over the border from NSW Ambulance that coined this idea after the calming effect a teddy bear gives was observed. This idea was mentioned to the Australian Red Cross and they (of course) sprung straight into action. Cheers to you Australian Red Cross and all of your wonderful volunteers for giving comfort and security to children in some of the scariest times of their lives. Happy #TraumaTeddy30!

03.01.2022 Queensland has 0 new cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) today.

02.01.2022 QATB Superintendent William Fredrick Blake was born in Mackay in 1885 and he commenced as an Honorary Ambulance Officer in his birth place in 1907. A few short years later, he was offered permanency there before he was promoted to Officer in Charge at Sarina and later transferred to Finch Hatton. In 1927, he was promoted to Superintendent at Yarraman and in 1934 was appointed to Superintendent at Wynnum until his retirement in 1954. Blake served the Queensland community for 4...Continue reading

02.01.2022 Queensland has 1 new case of coronavirus (COVID-19) today.

01.01.2022 Hi #Beaudesert, #Ipswich, #ScenicRim, #MountBarney and #CrowsNest Are you ready for the storms that are rolling in? Do you know where your emergency kit is? Stay tuned into warnings and updates via Bureau of Meteorology.