Srinagar, Feb 13: Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM) J&K, Nazim Zai Khan on Tuesday launched the 8th edition of 108 Jammu & Kashmir Emergency Medical Services magazine.
During the launch, the MD NHM highlighted the significant contributions made by the 108 ambulance services in transporting patients to hospitals during emergencies. He mentioned that more than 2,77,024 patients have availed of this service so far.
The 108 ambulances also played a crucial role during the COVID-19 pandemic, serving 12,110 patients. The Mission Director urged the people of Jammu & Kashmir to avail of the free 108 ambulance service, which is fully equipped with life-saving support and ensures better medical care and safety for patients.
He encouraged people to call the toll-free number 108 in case of any medical emergency, rather than transporting the patient in a private vehicle.
Regarding the magazine, the MD stated that its launch will generate awareness about the 108 ambulance service among the public.
Out of the 203 ambulances, 139 vehicles are equipped with advanced life support, including ventilators, defibrillators, suction machines, nebulizers, syringe pumps, and oxygen support systems, along with fully trained Emergency Medical Technicians for optimal patient care.
Notably, 1015 deliveries have been successfully conducted by 108 Emergency Medical Technicians at the scene or inside the ambulance.
The Government of J&K has an active MOU with M/S BVG India Ltd since 24th March 2020 for running the 108 Ambulance services in J&K to provide free ambulance services across J&K. State program Manager 108 Dr ADS Manhas and Project Head Mushtaq Ahmed of 108 Emergency Medical Services were also present at the launch event.
