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When a disaster strikes, there will probably be many casualties. The injured will have to go to a hospital, clinic or medical centre for treatment. The SCDF operates a 24-hour Emergency Ambulance Service (EAS) which is ready to tend to any medical emergency in any part of Singapore. A medical emergency is an illness or injury that could result in death or serious complications if not treated immediately (e.g. major injuries and bleeding, unconsciousness, heart attack or severe heart burns). Dial 995 for such medical emergencies only.
When a case is non-emergency in nature (e.g. minor cuts and bruises, chronic aches, pains and mild fever), the SCDF EAS should not be used. Instead, medical advice should be sought from a family doctor or hospital, using your own transport or the public transport system. Alternatively, you can dial any of your preferred non-emergency private ambulance services or 1777. If you can render first aid on the spot before medical help is available, you will certainly help to alleviate the pain and suffering of the injured. |
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