The Centre for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters report says, the UN Office of Disaster Risk Reduction, determined that 6,873 natural disasters took 1.35 million lives, left 218 million injured all over. Data from the Indian Government’s released report in 2022 shows that, on average, 16 people die per hour and an annual total of 1.4 lakh deaths are due to accidents. This reflects the seriousness of this dire situation.
Given the scenario, Jitendra Sharma, Head- Government Business at Ziqitza Healthcare, Companies providing emergency medical care have a huge role in reducing the impact. Ziqitza Health Care Ltd. (ZHL), a company that’s part of Public-Private Partnership with the Indian Government, provides ambulances with state-of-the-art technology across multiple states in India. We strive to provide international standards of emergency medical care by facilitating helpline number 108 in multiple locations across India.
The reasons for which 108 Ambulance service operated by Ziqitza Healthcare Limited is recognized as reliable are:
Standardized Protocols: By following India’s PPP model, these standardized protocols provide consistent service and skill across all of the ambulance in each state. Once a person calls the National Ambulance Number 108, Providing assistance is what we’re all about at Assist. When you call, your match receives an emergency notification, pre-populated with information about the situation for greater context. An operator might be able to connect you with a doctor or a police/fire personnel if necessary.
Available free of charge: The 108-ambulance system operates with the necessary equipment and trained staff to provide a wide range of emergency care as prescribed by the different state governments. Accessible by people with a range of socio-economic backgrounds to provide free ambulance access to anyone in need.
Trained Staff: Paramedics require training in order to provide basic and advanced care during trauma, respiratory, cardiac, diabetic, allergic, and/or accident-related emergencies. They also need to have the necessary skills for assisting childbirth. Paramedics typically work shifts of 10 to 12 hours and can go days with little rest. They need to be able to handle their emotions in order not to subject themselves to stress. Our paramedics are trained by Ziqitza Limited specialised healthcare and emergency science training arm and provide quality care in line with your exact needs.
World-class Equipment: All of our 108 ambulances are equipped with ALS, providing a wide variety of superior medical devices. From oxygen cylinders to the BLS apparatus that enables pain relief, we can provide all necessary tools for paramedics.
Swift Response: Ziqitza Healthcare team are always able to identify the nearest ambulance to a person in need of urgent care. This helps ensure that an ambulance is deployed from the closest location possible. With its efficient staff, 108’s GPS technology is one of the main reasons for timely and consistent care.
Mr. Jitendra Sharma, Head of Government Business – Ziqitza Healthcare Ltd, further says that it has taken almost 2 decades for Ziqitza to build operational efficiency, training expertise and technological infrastructure to ensure the service delivery for 108 is not impacted. From over 98% of people using this service in India, we’ve been able to collect a lot of feedback and opinions on how we’re running things. The results are reassuring and show high levels of trust and satisfaction from the public. We pride ourselves on how we’ve been able to manage this big undertaking responsibly.
Ziqitza Healthcare has grown to become the top healthcare provider in India by serving over 48 million patients in the last decade. Today, ZHL is known & respected for its reliable services in the medical arena both nationally and internationally. Remember to dial 108 during a medical emergency for Ambulance Come join our cause in helping people get access to basic emergency healthcare facilities. Ziqitza Rajasthan has managed government project of Dial 108 in the past.
About Ziqitza Healthcare Limited
Ziqitza Healthcare Limited (ZHL) is the leading provider of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in India since 2005. Our clients include hospitals, the Government and corporate clients in India & Gulf for varied EMS requirements like Ambulances, Medical Mobile units, telemedicine, and helplines. ZHL Rajasthan & Ziqitza limited Rajasthan also have appreciate 108 managing team at Ziqitza Healthcare ltd for the observations made for the awareness on 108 Ambulance in India. We are committed to saving lives. We do this by understanding our customers’ needs and providing the best possible solutions irrespective of their location or income. The company engages over 39,000+ ambulance network in India with services available in 750+ cities.
Ziqitza ’s focus on the vision of Saving & Enhancing Lives has helped save more than 48 million lives, and has transferred 2.5 lac corona patients and handled over 2 million telehealth calls. World Economic Forum has recognized Ziqitza as one of India’s Top 50 covid-19 last mile responders to the pandemic.
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