A look at discussions on JPP's social media

A shortage of #paramedics will leave #patients at risk - what would you say to anyone considering a career in paramedicine? How would you like to see the staffing situation resolved?

@josephfra

I don't think there is a shortage in Paramedics. There's a shortage in Paramedics willing to work for an ambulance trust. How can the trusts respond is what we should be asking.

@SaviourMedical

Devise route in that doesn't exclude mature students with a life that cannot take on the debt of university, and retain staff by better shift patterns, actually having a work/life balance and a showing to staff a huge dose of respect for the job that is done.

@Lill_Legs

I agree with degree level but not the entrance criteria. Could it be weighted towards factors outside academia? An A grade student doesn't necessarily make an A grade paramedic.

Some very moving stories - how do you feel about showing emotion in front of your patients? Is it unprofessional or a sign of humanity?