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Is that dedication or what?
(1 votes, average: 4.00 out of 5)
Loading ...I just realized last night, while we were on our way to yet another call at some ungodly hour, that even though the ignorant public and the lying politicians are constantly yakking about cutting our pay and our benefits because … Continue reading
Hurry up! It’s an emergency!
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...On the scene of countless so-called “medical emergencies” (uh huh…) across the world… “Can I call my husband before we leave?” “OK. Make it quick.” Twenty-one seconds later… “Alright, hang up, let’s go. You called 911 because you say you … Continue reading
Protocols: Now this is just fucking annoying
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5) Loading ...There’s a long wait at the emergency psychiatric* receiving facility. Our patient wants a cigarette. She has been completely cooperative, and is voluntarily here. My partner gives her a cigarette after asking me and the facility staff if it’s OK. … Continue reading
Seriously, we’re not taxis
(4 votes, average: 4.00 out of 5) Loading ...Code 2 for the illness. “RP said she will meet you in front of the address.” We turn onto the street. No sign of anyone in front of the residence, which is a boarding house for people with psychiatric issues. … Continue reading
I just want a cup of coffee
(2 votes, average: 3.00 out of 5) Loading ...Some asshole bureaucrat complained to our bosses at our agency that we sat down for a cup of coffee while on duty* in our response district, and the coffee shop – already not a fan of politicians, bureaucrats and small … Continue reading
