The National Ambulance Service in Keta, Volta region, is calling on the public to refrain from transporting sick individuals in public transport vehicles. They emphasize that doing so can help mitigate the spread of communicable diseases and prevent the potentially reckless handling of patients before they reach hospitals.
Mr. Emmanuel Korbla Tordzro, Senior Emergency Medical Technician at the Keta Municipal Ambulance Service, emphasized this point in an interview with the Ghana News Agency. He urged the public to consistently rely on their services for medical transportation needs.
“It is our mandatory duty to provide pre-hospital emergency medical care to the injured and the sick during the process of conveying them safely for further medical attention,” he stated, highlighting the essential role of ambulance services in emergency medical care.
Mr. Tordzro noted that their medical vehicles are equipped with various medical equipment to cater to patients in critical conditions, ensuring that they receive immediate and timely healthcare.
He encouraged the public to promptly report any emergency situations, including injuries, pregnancy-related issues, accidents, and other medical emergencies, for immediate attention from the Ambulance Service.
Addressing concerns about transporting deceased individuals, Mr. Tordzro clarified that ambulances do not transport dead bodies. He urged the public to cooperate with the service and assured them of their commitment to providing free emergency medical transportation services round the clock.
However, Mr. Tordzro cautioned against prank calls during accidents and emergencies, emphasizing that such actions are punishable offenses. He urged the public to utilize their services responsibly, as they operate 24/7 without any cost to the public.
