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Documentary following the life-saving work of Scotland's paramedics.

Capturing the unwavering dedication of Scotland’s real-life heroes. On the frontline with the Scottish Ambulance Service - a job with emotional lows and rewarding highs.

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Paramedics on Scene: Series 3 (Shortened Versions): Episode 19

Episode 19

Series 3 (Shortened Versions)

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Paramedics on Skye must get a footballer who has had a seizure to hospital in Inverness.

Paramedics on Skye deal with a footballer who has had a seizure on the pitch, and 999 call handlers deal with an avalanche of Covid-related calls.

Series following Paramedics from the Scottish Ambulance Service as they respond to 999 calls across the country.

In Skye, Georgia and Paul must transport a footballer who has suffered seizures on the pitch to hospital. He needs to get to Inverness, over 100 miles away, and the crew must ensure he has not suffered any hidden injuries and is fit enough to travel before they begin the journey.

In Dundee, Chloe and Fergie respond to a call from a 94-year-old man who has been suffering seizures. They must decide whether taking him to hospital is the best course of action, or whether to leave him in the care of his family.

In the control centre, call handlers are still dealing with Covid-related calls, and in Inverness, the crew attend a man who may have suffered a stroke.

Paramedics on Scene: Series 3 (Shortened Versions)

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