Ambulance service issue Halloween plea

PARENTS are being urged by North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) to follow a few simple safety tips to ensure this Halloween is a treat for their children.

Traditionally, emergency 999 calls soar on Halloween but the service believes this could be avoided by following simple advice.

Derek Cartwright of NWAS said: “More appropriate treatment could be available at a minor injuries unit, GP or pharmacy.”

Choose the right NHS service for your needs, contact 0845 46 47.

click2find

About cookies

We want you to enjoy your visit to our website. That's why we use cookies to enhance your experience. By staying on our website you agree to our use of cookies. Find out more about the cookies we use.

I agree