General News
15 July, 2024
Ambo wait times down across shire
Ambulance response times to code one patients in Yarriambiack have shown the biggest improvement in the state.
Paramedics attended 39.7 per cent of code one patients within 15 minutes - up from 28.4 per cent last year.
Across Victoria, paramedics responded to 67.7 per cent of code one cases within the statewide target of 15 minutes - up from 65.2 per cent a year ago.
Acting executive director of clinical operations Andrew Keenan said while ambulances were always provided to patients when required, about one in five calls to Triple Zero (000) did not need an emergency response.
“We again remind everyone to save Triple Zero for emergencies - this is to ensure the sickest Victorians receive life-saving care," he said.
"If you do need an emergency ambulance, always call Triple Zero.
“We continue to work with hospitals to improve transfer times, relieve pressure in the system and ensure ambulances can become available to respond to emergency cases in the community.”