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Fundraising Drive On For Lifesaving Medical Equipment
Funds are being sought for medical equipment that can be the difference between life and death in Northland and Auckland. Northern Rescue is fundraising for ventilators and video laryngoscopes to be fitted in its fleet of rescue helicopters across Te Taitokerau and Tāmaki Makaurau. Six Hamilton T1 Ventilators valued at $53,000 each and ten video laryngoscopes worth $60,000 in total are needed. Two ventilators have so far been sponsored, however, funding is needed for the final four. In addition, five video laryngoscopes are needed at each of Northern Rescue's Auckland and Northland operations to be used in the organisation's rescue helicopters, Rapid Response Vehicles, the Whangārei ambulance and training rooms. Ross Aitken, Auckland-based Clinical Operations Manager and Critical Care Paramedic at Northern Rescue, says the video laryngoscopes have been in use for five years and like the ventilators, are nearing end of life. 'The video laryngoscopes are well used and it is important that our crews have reliable equipment to ensure that we are providing safe optimal care to the people of the Northern Region,' says Aitken. Video laryngoscopes are used in placing endotracheal tubes in patients who require assistance to manage their airway and ventilation. 'Northern Region has been using video laryngoscopy in the prehospital setting for a decade. During this time video laryngoscopy has become the standard of care when delivering prehospital anesthesia. 'These video laryngoscopes are then used in conjunction with ventilators, which are what allow our clinical teams to provided critical care to our sickest patients in the Northern Region,' says Aikten. Northern Rescue Helicopter Limited (NRHL) has already received a major boost to its life-saving operations thanks to generous donations from the Four Winds Foundation and Trillian Trust, each funding one Hamilton T1 ventilator. Fonterra has kindly made donation to help cover the cost of brackets needed to mount the ventilators. Paul Davis, Critical Care Paramedic and Deputy Clinical Operations Manager in Whangārei, says the current fleet of ventilators are also nearing the end of their operational life after nearly eight years of service and having supported hundreds of critically ill and injured patients. 'The fact is, as patient numbers and complexity increases, especially during interhospital transfers which is a substantial part of our workload, we need more advanced technology that the more modern ventilators provide. Advanced devices like the Hamilton T1 are essential for these high-acuity missions as they are designed for in-hospital and prehospital environments. That enables the delivery of ICU-level ventilator strategies in-flight, with improved battery performance, oxygen efficiency, and a user-friendly interface that enhances clinical safety. Patients requiring mechanical ventilation are among the most critically unwell ranging from those in respiratory failure due to chronic illness, to trauma patients with multiple severe injuries including head trauma. Davis says the ventilators enable our clinicians to stabilise patients and transport them safely and expediently to definitive care centres, with the mechanical ventilators used by NRHL clinicians hundreds of times a year (two to three times per week on average) Aitken and Davis say they are essential in minimising secondary complications during transport, which can arise from the progression of a patient's underlying condition.
Daily Record
05-06-2025
- Daily Record
Boy, 15, charged over 'murder bid' after teen 'stabbed' on Glasgow street
The youth will appear in court today. A 15-year-old boy has been arrested and charged after a teenager was allegedly stabbed on a Glasgow street. Emergency services raced to the incident after the boy, also 15, was found seriously injured on Denbeck Street in Shettleston at 10.30pm on Thursday. Crews attended and the teen was rushed to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment to serious injuries. He has since been discharged. Detectives have confirmed they are treating the incident as attempted murder. A boy, 15, has been arrested and charged in connection. The youth is due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Thursday. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. Cops say inquiries remain ongoing. Investigations have so far established that four individuals, all dressed in dark clothing, were seen fleeing the area and heading towards Shettleston Road and then onto Wellshot Road. Officers earlier appealed to anybody who may have witnessed the group to come forward. Detective Inspector Lesley-Ann McGee, from Shettleston CID, said: "This was a violent attack that left a teenage boy with serious injuries, and we are doing everything we can to trace those responsible. "I would urge anyone who saw what happened or noticed anything suspicious in the area to get in touch with police as soon as possible. "We're also keen to speak to anyone who may have private CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage from Denbeck Street, Shettleston Road, Wellshot Road or the surrounding areas on Thursday night. "Any information, no matter how small, could help us as we continue our enquiries." Chief Inspector Ross Aitken, Area Commander for Shettleston and Easterhouse, said: "We recognise that this incident will be concerning to the local community. "At this time, we believe it was a targeted attack and there is no information to suggest any wider risk to the public. "There will be additional patrols in the area over the coming days to provide reassurance and support the ongoing inquiry. "I would encourage anyone with concerns to speak to our officers." Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3927 of 29 May, 2025. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Daily Record
30-05-2025
- Daily Record
Teen 'stabbed' on Glasgow street as cops appeal for information
The 15-year-old was rushed to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment. A teenage boy has been rushed to hospital after being 'stabbed' on a Glasgow street late last night. Police were called to Denbeck Street in Shettleston, in the city's east end, at around 10.30pm on Thursday, May 29. The boy was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital soon afterwards. His condition is still unknown at this stage. An investigation has since been launched, with police warning of an increased presence in the area. However, they do not believe there is any "immediate threat" to the wider community, and have urged anybody with information to contact them. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Chief Inspector Ross Aitken, Area Commander for Easterhouse and Shettleston, said: "Around 10.30pm on Thursday, May 29, 2025, we received a report of a 15-year-old male youth found seriously injured in the Denbeck Street area of Glasgow. "Emergency services attended and he was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment. "Extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances, and there will be an increased police presence in the area as part of the investigation. "We do not believe there is any immediate threat to the wider community. "Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident number 3927 of May 29, 2025."
Scotsman
30-05-2025
- Scotsman
Boy in hospital with serious injuries after being stabbed on city street
The teenager is in hospital with serious injuries after being stabbed in a street incident. Sign up to the daily Crime UK newsletter. All the latest crime news and trials from across the UK. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A 15-year-old boy has been stabbed on a city street at night in Glasgow. The teenager was found seriously injured on Denbeck Street in the city's Shettleston area around 10.30pm on Thursday. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The boy has been taken to hospital after being stabbed on a Glasgow street. | Adobe An ambulance, as well as a trauma team, were sent to the scene. The boy was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment. Police have launched an investigation into the incident. The force said an increased police presence would be maintained in the area while enquiries take place. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Chief inspector Ross Aitken, area commander for Easterhouse and Shettleston, said: 'Around 10.30pm on Thursday, May 29, 2025, we received a report of a 15-year-old male youth found seriously injured in the Denbeck Street area of Glasgow. 'Emergency services attended and he was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment. 'Extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and there will be an increased police presence in the area as part of the investigation. 'We do not believe there is any immediate threat to the wider community. Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident number 3927 of May 29, 2025.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
