ResQmed - Ambulance Service - Kokstad

16/06/2026

15/06/2026

🚑 Things Paramedics Wish People Knew: Please Know Your Medications 🚑

In an emergency, every second matters. One of the most important pieces of information you can provide to paramedics is a list of the medications you are currently taking.

Many medications can affect treatment decisions, interact with emergency drugs, or help medical professionals quickly understand your health conditions. If you are unable to communicate, having this information readily available can make a significant difference in the care you receive.

Here are a few simple ways to stay prepared:

✅ Keep an up to date list of your medications in your wallet or handbag
✅ Save your medication information on your phone
✅ Include dosages where possible
✅ Make sure a family member knows what medications you take
✅ Update your list whenever your prescriptions change

Being prepared is not just for emergencies. It's a simple step that can help healthcare professionals provide the safest and most effective care when you need it most.

❤️ A little preparation today could make a big difference tomorrow.

12/06/2026

It's a situation many parents, grandparents, and caregivers face. A child falls, gets up, and starts crying. But how do you know whether it's just a fright or something more serious?

Here are some important steps to follow:

🛑 Stay Calm and Reassure the Child
Children often take emotional cues from adults. Speak calmly and reassure them while assessing the situation.

👀 Check for Serious Injuries
Look for:
• Loss of consciousness
• Confusion or unusual behaviour
• Severe bleeding
• Obvious deformities
• Difficulty moving an arm or leg
• Complaints of neck or back pain

🧠 Watch for Signs of a Head Injury
If the child hit their head, monitor for:
• Persistent crying that won't settle
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Excessive sleepiness
• Headache
• Changes in behaviour

Even if they were wearing a helmet, a head injury should never be ignored.

🩹 Treat Minor Injuries
For scrapes and cuts:
• Clean the wound gently
• Apply pressure if bleeding
• Use a clean dressing if needed

❄️ Reduce Swelling
Apply a cold pack wrapped in a cloth to bruises or bumps for short periods.

🚑 When to Seek Medical Help
Call for professional medical assistance if:
• The child loses consciousness
• There is significant bleeding
• They cannot stand or walk normally
• You suspect a fracture
• Symptoms worsen after the fall
• Something simply doesn't feel right

Remember, children may not always be able to explain how badly they are hurt. When in doubt, it is always safer to have them assessed by a medical professional.

At ResQmed Private Ambulance, we're here when every second counts.

📞 084 440 3138

10/06/2026

When a medical emergency happens at school, teachers often become the first responders before emergency services arrive.

Whether it's a severe allergic reaction, an asthma attack, a seizure, a playground injury, or a child suddenly becoming unwell, a teacher's ability to remain calm and act quickly can make a critical difference.

Teachers do far more than educate. Every day, they supervise, protect, comfort, and care for the children entrusted to them. In a crisis, they become leaders, decision makers, and sometimes even lifesavers.

That's why basic emergency awareness and knowing when to call for professional medical assistance are so important.

To every teacher who has ever comforted an injured child, managed an emergency, or stayed calm when others panicked, thank you. Your actions matter more than you may ever know.

At RESQMED Private Ambulance, we proudly support the everyday heroes in our schools and communities.

📍 3 Hawthorn Street, Kokstad
📞 084 440 3138

08/06/2026

When it comes to a medical emergency, time matters.

Too often, people wait hours hoping symptoms will improve, only to find the situation has become more serious. Whether it's chest pain, difficulty breathing, a stroke, severe injury, or a sudden change in condition, calling for help sooner can make all the difference.

Don't wait until it's too late. When in doubt, get checked out.

📞 Save our number today. You never know when it could save a life.
📍 3 Hawthorn Street, Kokstad
📞 084 440 3138

07/06/2026

📞 Save our number today. You never know when it could save a life.

📍 3 Hawthorn Street, Kokstad
📞 084 440 3138

03/06/2026

In an emergency, those first few moments matter. Staying calm, acting quickly, and getting professional medical help can make all the difference.

At ResQmed Private Ambulance, we're proud to support the everyday heroes in our communities by providing rapid, professional emergency medical care when it's needed most.

📞 Save our number today. You never know when it could save a life.

📍 3 Hawthorn Street, Kokstad
📞 084 440 3138

01/06/2026

In an emergency, every second matters.

One of the simplest things you can do today is make sure your emergency contacts are up to date on your phone. When paramedics need to reach a family member, spouse, parent, or close friend, having the correct information can save valuable time and reduce stress during a critical situation.

Take a moment to:
✅ Update emergency contact numbers
✅ Label important contacts clearly
✅ Ensure family members have your latest details
✅ Keep medical information easily accessible

It only takes a few minutes, but it could make a huge difference when it matters most.

Our dedicated team and modern fleet ensure that when emergencies happen, help is already on the way.
📞 Emergency: 084 440 3138

30/05/2026

Your safety is our mission. 🚑
From rapid emergency response to compassionate patient care, ResQmed Private Ambulance is here for you 24/7.

Our dedicated team and modern fleet ensure that when emergencies happen, help is already on the way.

📞 Emergency: 084 440 3138