Registration for TASC The Ambulance Staff Charity's 2025 National #Ambulance Memorial Service is now open. Join us in honouring our #ambulance family members no longer with us. 📅 18th September 2025 Register your place at #NAMS2025 here > ow.ly/qkhk50VSj9T

This week's #PictureOfTheWeek features a glorious blue sky over #Dartmouth . ☀️🚑 Let's hope there are blue skies this #bankholiday weekend! 🤞 📸 taken by #TeamSWASFT Emergency Care Assistant, James. 💚

We’re supporting some big events across the #SouthWest this weekend particularly in #Exeter. Please continue to #ChooseWell so we can reach those who need us the most. #HelpUsToHelpYou

If you’re visiting the #SouthWest this #bankholiday weekend and you need GP care, please contact your own GP during opening hours as they can offer remote consultations and advice. 🩺 #ChooseWell #MakeTheRightCall

Heading to the coast this #BankHoliday weekend? ☀️⛱️ Please remember: 🌊 Tides can change fast – always check tide times before heading out 📱 In an emergency, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard Let’s keep it safe, smart and sunny this weekend 🌞💚

Our people are working hard to get everyone the help they need this #BankHoliday weekend. 💚 Please remember 999 is for life-threatening emergencies only. 🚨 #HelpUsToHelpYou by choosing the right service this weekend 🔽 swast.nhs.uk/news/ambulance… #ChooseWell

Well done to the ambulance crews from #Trowbridge and #Warminster who conquered the White Horse Soap Box Derby on Saturday 17 May in aid of The South Western Ambulance Charity and managed to reach a respectable 13th place. 🚑💚

If you are out exploring the #SouthWest this bank holiday, #HelpUsToHelpYou by being considerate when you park, especially if you are going to the beach or parking on country lanes. 🚗 Make sure you are leaving enough room for emergency service vehicles to pass through. 🚑

Need help but not sure where to start? Making the right choice can save time and ensure you get the care you need: ⚪ Self-care at home for minor illnesses 🟢 Visit your pharmacy for professional advice and treatments 🔴 Use 999 life-threatening emergencies only.

Emergencies are never easy and our dedicated Emergency Operations Centre teams work tirelessly to answer calls and get help to those in need. 🚑 They understand that calling 999 can be stressful —please show them the respect and kindness they deserve this #BankHoliday weekend.

If you need urgent medical help, please think 111 online first. 💻 999 is for life-threatening emergencies only. 🚨 Use the 111 online symptom checker which can direct you to the most appropriate support. ➡️111.nhs.uk #Think111

On 23 September 2023, Tim suffered a cardiac arrest at his home. After receiving CPR from his partner and further medical care from #TeamSWASFT he was conveyed to hospital. Tim reunited with the crew members who attended to him last week. Read more: swast.nhs.uk/news/bristol-c…

Our people are working hard to get everyone the help they need. 💚 Please remember 999 is for life-threatening emergencies only. 🚨 #HelpUsToHelpYou by choosing the right service. 🚑 #ChooseWell

We’ve got another lovely message to share with you this #ThankfulThursday. 💚 It's messages like this that makes us proud to be a part of #TeamSWASFT. #ThankYouNHS #Motivation #Grateful

Our people are working hard to get everyone the help they need. 💚 Please remember 999 is for life-threatening emergencies only. 🚨 #HelpUsToHelpYou by choosing the right service. 🚑 #ChooseWell

It's almost the weekend! If you’ve got plans in the #SouthWest please enjoy them safely. Remember to use 111.nhs.uk if need urgent medical advice and save 999 for life-threatening emergencies. Thank you 💚

This week's #PictureOfTheWeek is an awesome abstract view of an ambulance in #Barnstaple. 🚑 📸 taken by #TeamSWASFT Emergency Care Assistant, Ian. 💚

Heading to the coast this weekend? ☀️⛱️ Please remember: 🌊 Tides can change fast – always check tide times before heading out 📱 In an emergency, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard Let’s keep it safe, smart and sunny this weekend 🌞💚

Your health matters, and it’s important to seek help when you need it. But please, help us to help you by choosing the right service. Whether it’s self-care, pharmacy advice, NHS 111, or your GP, knowing where to go can make all the difference and help you get the care you need.

🚨 Please remember to only call 999 for life-threatening or serious emergencies that need urgent care, such as, but not limited to: ✔️ Unconsciousness ✔️ Not breathing ✔️ Severe bleeding ✔️ Chest pain or stroke symptoms ✔️ Major trauma or serious burns #HelpUsToHelpYou