Facts & Stats
Emergency Calls
Around 860, 543 calls to 999 to ambulance services in December 2024
A&E Attendances
In December 2024 about 2,345,934 A&E attendances
Most frequent service
The most frequently used emergency service is the ambulance services, accounting for 73% of all 999 calls
Top 10 most common emergencies
- Cardiac Arrest
- Heart Attack
- Stroke
- Trauma & Accidents
- Breathing difficulties
- Anaphylaxis
- Seizures
- Sepsis
- Unconsciousness
- Severe Pain
Most causes of sudden death...
...is related to the heart, such as fatal arrhythmias, heart attack. Then others are stroke, Pulmonary Embolus and undiagnosed cardiac conditions.

Definitions
Emergency
A serious, unexpected & dangerous situation requiring immediate action.
First Aid
The immediate, temporary care given to an unwell or injured person before medical help arrives.
3Ps - Preserve Life, Prevent Worsening, Promote Recovery
First Responder
Someone who responds to an emergency, being first of scene.
Rescuer
A person who saves someone from a dangerous or difficult situation.
Master Life-Saving Techniques
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