Derby Ambulance First Responders

08/03/2026

Today we held our first Coffee with CFRs morning. A great day was had, plenty of coffee and cakes consumed. More importantly we had lots of engagement with members if the public, teaching CPR and talking about AEDs.
Thank you to our amazing volunteers for giving their time. And thank you to the silver ghost for hosting us.

04/03/2026

Another busy month for our responders in February, we attended over 50 calls across the city and beyond, reaching 67% before an ambulance arrived, and saw a big jump in medical emergencies.

As ever we rely on donations to keep us responding so if you can help us please click the link to donate at: https://givealittle.co/c/DerbyAFR?fbclid=IwY2xjawQVcmxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBia0VsVFVLeTR4ckdMQWNHc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiQtA8lCVAdRGXb_gg5XzlL5Quvb60Dz2lb7kDf9JH9dsS_aSu5w3I21AHdv_aem_B9MsSbhKx7LBQAd0Vdtl9w

You can also support us through the Derby Community Lottery at: https://www.derbycommunitylottery.co.uk/support/derby-ambulance-first-responders?utm_campaign=robotbundle26&utm_source=cause-admin&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Hyperlink

03/03/2026

Looking forward to our coffee and cakes session this weekend at the Silver Ghost in Alvaston. If you want to know more dropped and have a chat with one of our CFRs. If you run a venue and would like us to do a similar event drop us a message and we would be happy to chat

27/02/2026

💗 This Heart Month, do you know the difference between a heart attack and a cardiac arrest?

A medical emergency involving the heart can happen to anyone at any time. Knowing the difference between the two could save a life.

⚡A cardiac arrest is an electrical problem - the heart's electrical system suddenly malfunctions, causing the heart to stop pumping blood around the body. The person collapses, is unconscious, unresponsive, and not breathing normally (they may be gasping).

Learn how to do CPR so you can act quickly and confidently. Fast, effective CPR within the first three to four minutes is crucial for maximising survival.

When you call 999, you'll be guided through CPR, and if someone else is with you, they may be directed to fetch a nearby public access defibrillator.

🔴 A heart attack is a circulation or blood-flow problem - a blockage reduces or stops blood flow to part of the heart muscle. Symptoms include chest pain, pressure or burning that can spread to the arms, back, neck or jaw. The person is usually conscious.

If you're experiencing chest pain, avoid unnecessary exertion and rest where you are. Most chest pain isn't serious, but if symptoms worsen or spread, call 999 and if you're already downstairs, remain there so our crews can easily reach you.

📱 Both a cardiac arrest and a heart attack are medical emergencies, and you should call 999.

26/02/2026

There is still time to enter the Derby Community Lottery Super-draw and support us or many other good causes across the city. To find out more follow the link https://www.derbycommunitylottery.co.uk/support/derby-ambulance-first-responders?leafletId=e616948a-caa6-49dc-b359-18b167d5da1c&utm_campaign=citybreak26&utm_source=marketing-hub&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Hyperlink

26/02/2026

A number of our volunteer responders also work for Rolls-Royce in Derby. We’d like to thank all our responders for the time they give and Rolls-Royce for supporting their employees to volunteer with us.
Rolls-Royce plc

25/02/2026

Many of our responders will attend GoodSam alerts in addition to their time spent on call, dropping everything to help in those critical incidents. This amazing app can really make a difference in saving lives across the UK. https://www.resus.org.uk/about-us/news-and-events/case-study-rich-when-i-saw-goodsam-notification-i-knew-someone-needed-my?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQLCYRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeU54SoQr9X_7j83nL7h9GGKp1Nk3JwkHo1hGq1XSAyI19zxSVO4cqvf60Dlc_aem_mKQfSRgaKTijfmw8YxkPXA

One morning, BBC News presenter Rich Preston was at home when his phone cut through his “Do Not Disturb” setting and sounded a loud alarm. It was an emergency alert from the GoodSAM app, telling him that one of his neighbours was having a cardiac arrest. GoodSAM is used by emergency services acr...

22/02/2026

A busy morning for Peter and Lily out on CFR02, back to back on jobs all morning and so finally parked up for a brief late lunch break.

18/02/2026

Sepsis is a medical emergency, but it can often be treated if caught early. Knowing the signs — and acting fast — saves lives.

What are the signs of Sepsis?

There is no single sign of sepsis and symptoms present differently for adults and children.

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that happens when the body’s response to an infection starts to damage its own tissues and organs. If you’re worried about sepsis, call 999 immediately. Trust your instincts — it’s always better to get checked.

Sepsis often starts from common infections like chest infections, urine infections, or infected wounds. Don’t ignore symptoms that are getting worse or not improving.

💙 Awareness makes a difference. Share this post — it could help save a life.