An investment of over €7 million has been made in new ambulances at the Gozo General Hospital. This was announced by Minister for Health and Active Ageing Jo Etienne Abela.

The Minister said that these new emergency ambulances comply with safety standards that improve the overall quality of service and ensure safety for staff and patients.

It was explained how the last investment in ambulances went back a number of years and therefore the need was felt for Gozo to be equipped with a number of new ambulances that serve the needs of the Gozo people.

Minister Jo Etienne Abela said that with the arrival of the first two ambulances out of six, Gozo will now be equipped with ambulances of the highest quality that are equipped with advanced medical technology, which are essential to provide quality care.

He stressed how the latest medical tools and supplies found in ambulances can significantly improve the care of patients during critical situations. The advanced life support systems, defibrillators, and monitoring equipment, are crucial to stabilise the patients while being delivered to the Gozo General Hospital.

The Minister went on to explain how such ambulances also have advanced communication systems that allow better coordination with ambulance control rooms, hospitals, and other emergency services. This ensures better management in emergency situations.

In addition, he said that they are designed with materials and features that improve infection control, which is especially important in the context of pandemics and communicable diseases.

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