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Ambulances Late for Non-Emergencies | Sydney News
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South Australia’s ambulance service is facing serious scrutiny after new data reveals only one-third of ambulances reach priority three patients within the 30-minute target—meaning two-thirds are consistently late. Leaked through FOI requests, the figures expose a troubling gap in care for everyday emergencies, while the government defends progress on the most critical calls and claims to have boosted resources. Ambulance unions agree the focus must stay on life-threatening cases but admit non-emergency patients—like those in severe pain or mental health crises—are often sidelined. With more funding pledged, the real challenge remains: how to balance urgency with equitable, timely care for everyone.
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