Province's air ambulance negotiations will be finalized soon

    Friday, 4 October 2024 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    In addition to managing the dispatch of all emergency calls, the contract includes a number of requirements such as a 10-year plan

    Health NL Inc. will be partnering with PAL and Air Borealis to deliver the integrated fixed and rotary wing air ambulance service. It will lead to improvements in the health care system for medical staff and patients, such as ensuring shorter wait times, more training for staff, and better allocation of resources. In addition to managing the dispatch of all emergency calls, the contract includes a number of requirements such as a 10-year plan. Air ambulance bases will be located in St. John’s, Happy Valley-Goose Bay and Gander. Contract negotiations are underway and NL Health Services anticipates negotiations to be finalized in the coming months.

     

     

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