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A helpful letter ran several weeks ago about the need for ambulances to have at least one paramedic on board, as usual. They are trained in triage and immediate lifesaving, said the letter.
Thus, vital medications can be started at once.
What is the status? The article concluded that DOH must be accountable, with lawmakers and government officials at fault. That is reasonable, it appears.
Many young people, along with tens of thousands of others, obviously need quick medical care on emergency vehicles which meets the usual standard. That cost of calling for such help in an emergency is quite high.
This, like other subjects, is important. How about a follow-up?
It has been a relief to have cartoons, though often unsigned, be tuned to actual facts. Vicious ones were downers long before August 8, 2024. The level of editorials is also higher, along with attribution of them and other writing.
Judith Eagle
Wailuku