The State recognises the work of the Ambulance Service of the State Health Services Organisation (SHSO), Cyprus’ Health Minister, Michalis Hadjipantela, said on Thursday, at a ceremony in Nicosia to honour employees, whose special acts contributed to the successful operation of the Ambulance Service.
Hadjipantela, in his speech, addressing the members of the Ambulance Service, thanked them for their services, noting that, they have made him proud since he only hears praise for them. He also said that he knows first-hand the work they put in.
At the ceremony, praises were awarded to members of the Ambulance Service who perform their duties with zeal, who were injured in the line of duty, who took part in a dangerous mission abroad, who had high performance in overtime work and, who never went on sick leave.
The CEO of the SHSO, Kypros Stavrides, said they feel gratitude and pride for the work of the Ambulance Service, noting that the staff has “a high sense of responsibility” and works tirelessly.
Stavrides also said they continue to invest in the Ambulance Department, by constantly upgrading its equipment to keep up with international standards while they also invest in the training of ambulance crews so that they are always operationally ready to provide first aid and quickly transport patients to hospital.
Riana Constantinou, Head of the Ambulance Service, said that this day was a day of honour, which will become an institution “and shows our love and support to the people who care for us”. She also said that, the Cypriot delegation was preparing to leave for Turkey, noting that, the Service members were made for facing challenges, not easy tasks.
Source: Cyprus News Agency