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NWAA Night Car
Did you know we have a night car service? Every Friday and Saturday night one of our critical care vehicles is available, onboard is a HEMS Doctor and Critical Care Paramedic who are ready to treat some of the most critically ill and injured patients across the North West. We …
08 Nov 2022
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Training begins for former Hollyoaks actor’s NWAA fundraiser
Former Hollyoaks actor Robert Beck has begun training for a fundraising expedition to Peru, to raise vital funds for the North West Air Ambulance Charity. 54-year-old Robert Beck, who has starred in a range of TV shows and is married to Coronation Street actor Jane Danson, is taking on the …
14 Oct 2022
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Dad-of-three pays emotional tribute after horrific chainsaw injury – NWAA passes 200 blood patients
A dad-of-three who suffered a horrific chainsaw accident has paid tribute to the North West Air Ambulance Charity. After receiving catastrophic injuries to his chest, 39-year-old Robert Gardner’s life was saved by the charity’s crew after they transfused eight units of pre-hospital blood at the scene. As part of Air …
07 Sep 2022
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Thousands raised as over 400 supporters take part in annual Cross Bay Walk
Hundreds of supporters, including a ten-woman strong ‘bride tribe’ walked across the Morecambe Bay sands to raise thousands of pounds for the North West Air Ambulance Charity. On a sunny Sunday afternoon, 430 walkers crossed from Arnside to Grange-over-sands, dressed in yellow, and collectively raised an amazing £8,365 so far. …
26 Jul 2022
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International Paramedics Day: Critical Care Paramedic Lee
Friday 8 July 2022 marks the first International Paramedic’s Day – an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the work carried out by paramedics and first responders around the world. We’re proud to have a crew of committed and dedicated advanced paramedics helping to save lives by providing enhanced pre-hospital care …
08 Jul 2022
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International Paramedics Day: Critical Care Paramedic Deborah
Friday 8 July 2022 marks the first International Paramedic’s Day – an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the work carried out by paramedics and first responders around the world. We’re proud to have a crew of committed and dedicated advanced paramedics helping to save lives by providing enhanced pre-hospital care …
08 Jul 2022
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Former patient pays tribute to the North West Air Ambulance Charity by taking part in annual Cross Bay Walk
A motorcyclist who suffered life-changing injuries following a high-speed bike crash, will join hundreds of others in walking across Morecambe Bay this July, to raise vital funds for the North West Air Ambulance Charity. 41-year-old David Lambert from Lancaster will take part in the Charity’s annual Cross Bay Walk on …
05 Jul 2022
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Tree surgeon to raise £3,500 for North West Air Ambulance Charity after lucky escape with a chainsaw
A tree surgeon from Preston who was treated by the North West Air Ambulance Charity is hoping to raise £3,500, after a ‘lucky escape’ following a chainsaw accident. 32-year-old Daniel McLoughlin was working up a tree in June 2017, when the chainsaw he was using to cut branches …
17 May 2022
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Smooth FM and the North West Air Ambulance are working together to save lives
Smooth FM and the North West Air Ambulance Charity are teaming up to encourage their listeners to show us some support. We need you now more than ever. We receive no government or NHS funding and rely on donations to treat some of the most critically ill and injured patients …
10 May 2022