RSE workers get immunised
Over 1,000 Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) workers in the Hawke’s Bay have now been immunised against measles.
Hato Hone St John is urging Kiwis to have a safe summer this year.
Summer is typically one of the emergency service’s busiest periods with Christmas Day 2023 seeing St John respond to 1,527 incidents across the country.
Andrew Everiss, Hato Hone St John district operations manager – Auckland, says falls and back injuries were the most common reason for callouts, making up 11%.
This was closely followed by chest pain (10%) and breathing problems (10%).
“On New Year’s Day this year, one of our busiest days of the year – our ambulance crews responded to 1,720 callouts around the country,” Everiss says.
“We urge everyone as they get set for the holidays, to think about the safety of their nearest and dearest before they leave home,” he says.
Tips for a safe summer
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