State agency: Ambulance personnel killed in Iran
Two ambulance workers have been killed in an attack in Shiraz, Iran, according to Al Jazeera citing the Iranian state news agency Tasnim.
Patients will be assessed for risk after the murder of an ambulance worker
Following the murder of an ambulance worker in Harmånger, Region Stockholm plans to implement a risk assessment system for patients to enhance the safety of ambulance personnel.
Unconscious person removed from an apartment in Trondheim
An unconscious individual was extracted from an apartment in Trondheim, Norway, and is receiving medical attention from ambulance personnel.
Crisis meetings on work stoppage for ambulance personnel
Ambulance staff in Region Stockholm have been prevented from responding to patients who have previously threatened or been violent towards them, leading to a work stoppage initiative and inspection by the Work Environment Authority.
Stockholm expands protection stop for ambulances
Stockholm has expanded a protection stop for ambulance personnel, preventing them from responding to high-risk patients without proper risk assessments.
Ambulance Union Introduces Ban Against Violent Patient
The ambulance union in Stockholm has introduced a stop for a specific patient due to repeated threats of violence against ambulance personnel.
Authorities publicly thank witnesses for their investigation into the tragic accident involving medical personnel and the death of a patient
Authorities in Vilnius are expressing gratitude to the public for information that assisted in the investigation of a fatal accident involving an ambulance and a private vehicle.
20% surcharge for using private ambulances on holidays
The cost of private ambulances will increase, with a 20% surcharge on holidays, and new regulations will require at least two personnel when transporting non-emergency patients.
Over 1,000 Canceled Ambulances in Västernorrland
In 2025, 1,191 ambulance shifts were canceled in Region Västernorrland due to a lack of personnel, averaging 3.1 cancellations per day, according to reports.