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STARS celebrates renewed fleet by welcoming cutting-edge helicopter to Edmonton
EDMONTON, June 21, 2022 – Together with patients and supporters, STARS officially welcomed the new Airbus H145 helicopter to its Edmonton base today. The new aircraft model is part of a landmark initiative to replace STARS’ fleet across Western Canada.“Today is about commemorating with our community allies the arrival of a new fleet that will1
STARS Lends Support to EMS Review
Early in the new year, the provincial government took steps to address pressure on emergency medical services (EMS), by launching an advisory committee to examine short- and long-term solutions and has asked STARS to be part of that.While ground response is the primary focus, several sub-committees were established, and STARS is pleased to have a1
Support Comes Full Circle for VIP Jorja Strauss
Long before young Jorja Strauss needed urgent critical care from STARS, her parents and grandparents were passionate supporters.As they sent in donations, volunteered and fundraised at a hockey tournament for about 20 years and most recently through the 4H Club in support of STARS, Blaine and Dezeree Strauss would have no idea that one of their1
Quality Matters
EVERY MISSION UNDERGOES INTENSE REVIEWWhen a critical illness or injury happens, patients need the highest quality care available. Our commitment to excellence has once again been recognized through a prestigious industry designation by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS).CAMTS is a peer review organization1
How Did We Do Today?
An overwhelming 94 per cent of patients cared for by STARS recall having a positive experience with our service, according to new survey results.Although we are pleased with the results, reaching 100-per-cent satisfaction is our goal.We believe patient care extends beyond safe treatments, medication administration and transport. How our crews1
Demand for Blood Products Soars
FOUR UNITS ON BOARD THE AIRCRAFTCarrie Derin needed a life-saving blood transfusion after being impaled by a tree while quadding with her family.A boat propeller sliced through Jenn Oakes’ leg, and blood was crucial for her to survive.A crash between a truck and a hay wagon on a dusty road left Ryland McCall losing blood and fighting for his1
The Ultimate Helicopter Parents
Parents who hover — figuratively — over their children are often characterized as helicopter parents.For Kelsey and Aaron Penner, they actually are helicopter parents, and their young children are perfectly fine with that.The Penners are a unique couple. Not only are they both first responders, they both work on aerial platforms. Kelsey is a1
Patient Survives Cougar Attack
FAMILY GRATEFUL FOR DONOR SUPPORTReflecting on the events of an unforgettable summertime shift, Marcia Birkigt once said: “It was a really bad day at work.”While wholly accurate, it doesn’t begin to describe the extent of her ordeal.A biologist working with a fisheries-management team, Marcia and seven col-leagues had driven two and a half hours1