Our emergency services are here for critical, life-threatening situations but for other health concerns, there are better options for you: ✔️ A pharmacist for quick advice and medications ✔️ NHS 111 for guidance and urgent care advice ✔️ GP for ongoing conditions

It's #InternationalControlRoomWeek! 🎧 💻 🚑 Our dedicated people in our Emergency Operations Centres are the first point of contact to the ambulance service for those who are experiencing a medical emergency. Thank you for everything you do 💚

Tonight on 999: On the Front Line... A woman struggles with alcohol addiction, a man’s arm is spurting blood, and a woman is showing sign of a stroke. Another shift. Another glimpse into life on the frontline. 📺 Sunday | 9pm | More4 #999OnTheFrontLine #TeamSWASFT

Not sure where to turn when you're unwell? 📞 Contact NHS 111 online or by phone for advice, support and guidance on the most appropriate care for your needs. Using NHS 111 can help you get the right care, in the right place. 🚑 Save 999 for life-threatening emergencies.

🚗🌧️ Take extra care on the roads today The changing weather is making driving conditions more challenging, with heavy rain, slippery roads and poor visibility in some areas. A few extra minutes on your journey is better than putting yourself and others at risk.

Tomorrow night on 999: On The Front Line... 📺 Sunday | 9pm | More4 #999OnTheFrontLine #TeamSWASFT

Remember — the clocks go back tonight! ⏰ For most of us, that means an extra hour in bed 💤 but for our incredible colleagues working the night shift, it means an extra hour of caring for others. 💚

🌧️ It’s a very wet and windy start across much of the South West today, with further heavy rain and strong winds expected through the rest of the day This weather may bring flooding, surface water, and challenging driving conditions. ☔ #StaySafe #WeatherAware

Heading into the weekend... 🌦️ If you or a loved one needs medical help, make sure you #ChooseWell 💊 Your local pharmacy can help with many minor illnesses and injuries 📞 NHS 111 is available 24/7 for urgent medical advice 🚑 In a life-threatening emergency, always call 999

It's starting to look and feel very autumnal out there 🍂 📸 taken at our Emergency Operations Centre in #Exeter by #TeamSWASFT Dispatcher, Shanny 💚

Come along to our #CPR and defibrillator awareness session in #Falmouth TODAY where #TeamSWASFT will be offering FREE training. 💚 No booking required! 📅 Friday 23 October, 1pm - 6pm 📍Mylor Yacht Club, Falmouth, TR11 5UF

⚠️ There is still a yellow weather warning for wind across the #SouthWest in place until 5pm. Stay up to date with the latest weather warnings here ▶️ weather.metoffice.gov.uk/war… #StaySafe #WeatherAware

Another week, another fabulous #ThankfulThursday to share with you all. 💚 Do you have a compliment to share? Complete our thank you form using the link below ▶️ swast.nhs.uk/compliments

⚠️Met Office have issued an amber weather warning for extreme winds across #Cornwall and parts of #Devon that will be in place from 3am until 10am tomorrow. There will also be a yellow weather warning for wind across the #SouthWest in place from 12am until 2pm tomorrow.

A cough? A minor injury? Feeling unwell? When you need healthcare this autumn, knowing where to go can make all the difference. Make the right choice for your health and help us keep emergency care available for those who need it most.

This Sunday… A woman struggles with alcohol addiction, a man’s arm is spurting blood, and a woman is showing sign of a stroke. Another shift. Another glimpse into life on the frontline. 📺 Sunday | 9pm | More4 #999OnTheFrontLine #TeamSWASFT

Our staff are here to help, care and support people when they need us most. A smile, a thank you, or a little patience can make a difficult day better for everyone. Please remember: ❌ Abuse is not part of the job ❌ Violence is never acceptable ✅ Respect and kindness matter

Not sure where to turn when you're unwell? 📞 Contact NHS 111 online or by phone for advice, support and guidance on the most appropriate care for your needs. Using NHS 111 can help you get the right care, in the right place. 🚑 Save 999 for life-threatening emergencies.

Do something amazing and learn a new life-saving skill this week! 💚 Come along to our #CPR and defibrillator awareness session in #Cornwall this Friday where #TeamSWASFT will be offering FREE training. 📅 Friday 23 October, 1pm - 6pm 📍Mylor Yacht Club, Falmouth, TR11 5UF

Another shift, another series of calls where every second mattered. If you missed it, 999: On The Front Line is available to catch up with Channel 4 On Demand. #999OnTheFrontLine #TeamSWASFT