Three paramedics tell BBC News what it is like to work in the strike-hit profession at the moment.
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On the picket line with ambulance staff across England and Wales
About 20,000 ambulance staff go on strike for a second time over pay and conditions...
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NHS: Government urged to take action over pressures
Ministers are facing criticism amid warnings the NHS is on a knife edge and a surge of critical incidents.
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Pressure on the NHS is unsustainable, medics warn
Chair of the BMA council, Professor Phil Banfield, is calling on the government to "take immediate action".
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“Drunk tanks” to ease NHS pressure
It is hoped that providing supervised units for revellers who have over-indulged will free up A&E staff...
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Surge in Scottish ambulance calls at new year
The Scottish Ambulance Service says it has been "a challenge" to cope with a 38% rise in calls.