Canandaigua Emergency Squad

Gary Bidwell knows a thing or two about helping others and getting the job done. That’s what happens when you’re a Lieutenant for the East Bloomfield Volunteer Ambulance, a division of Canandaigua Emergency Squad. His interest in the medical field began when he helped Bristol start their first ambulance corps, and continued when in 2015 he joined EBVA where he’s been a valuable member of our team. With 60 years of marriage, a son and a daughter, and three ankle biter dogs (his words, not ours ), Gary brings a wealth of experience to any situation he’s in. The camaraderie of the team is what Gary loves most about the CES/EBVA and we should let you know, the feeling is mutual.

Thank You Finger Lakes Bakes for dropping off some delicious treats for our crews!

Our team responded to 456 calls in February. Sickness and falls were the most common reason for calls (59 each), followed by breathing problems (31), unconsciousness/fainting (26) and traffic incidents (26). Responses were slightly higher for women (55%) than men (45%). The age group most called for was 70+ (44%), followed by 40-69 (37%), 20-39 (14%) and younger than 20 (5%). Ready. Willing. Able.

In case you missed it: This morning, Lieutenant David Hubble covered the newest addition to our critical care toolbox. Made possible by a grant through Walmart and headed up by Paramedic Eric Decker, the VividTrac Laryngoscope will aid our Advanced Life Support providers if they are faced with a difficult intubation while caring for our patients. Just one of many examples of our dedication to bringing the highest level of care to our patients in their time of need. Thank You to Fox Rochester WUHF for sharing our story! https://foxrochester.com//canandaigua-emergency-squad-purc

Our team responded to 444 calls in September. Falls were the most common reason for calls (61), followed by sickness (53), unconsciousness/fainting (25), breathing problems (22) and traffic incidents (19). Responses were slightly higher for women (55%) than men (45%). The age group most called for was 70+ (46%), followed by 40-69 (31%), 20-39 (16%) and younger than 20 (7%). Ready. Willing. Able.

It’s autumn and with the falling leaves comes another annual eventflu shots. UR Medicine F.F. Thompson Health is holding a public flu clinic to administer vaccines on October 15 from 3:00-6:30PM at our facility located at: Canandaigua Emergency Squad 233 N. Pearl St., Canandaigua... For more information, visit bit.ly/2FNMsH0.

In honor of those we have lost, those who are fighting, and those who have fought and won. #findacure #canandaigua #canandaiguaproud

Disasters don't wait; get trained and prepared. As we all know firsthand experiencing this pandemic, the thing about emergencies is that they don’t happen on your schedule, so being prepared means committing yourself to thinking about the unthinkable. You may think that it’s unnecessary or unlikely, but that’s why they’re called emergencies. Learn the keys to emergency planning and what you should always have on hand in our latest article at bit.ly/2G8bznO.

Ontario County Back the Blue Inc is supporting Honorary Monroe County Law Enforcement Officer Bentley who is our 6-year-old hero fighting once again to grow up ...and help his community. All funds will go to Bentley's family to help with costs to his family so they can focus on getting him what he needs. See more

In honor of the late, great Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She changed the world for all of us in her fight for equality for all people, women, and men. Her legacy lives on and we’re forever grateful.

Chilly temperatures mean it’s time to fire up the furnace but it’s important to be aware of the potential dangers of carbon monoxide. Follow these tips to stay safe. Have your furnace inspected every year Install CO detectors and check them regularly Head outside and check CO levels if you experience breathing difficulties, dizziness or headaches... Open a window anytime a fireplace or wood-burning stove is used See more

DID YOU KNOWOur team responds to over 4,000 calls across 144 square miles every year. Providing critical care with compassion is what we do.

Our team responded to 514 calls in August. Sickness was the most common reason for calls (73), followed by falls (58), breathing problems (33), chest pain (24) and unconsciousness/fainting (24). Responses were slightly higher for females (52%) than males (48%). The age group most commonly called for was 70+ (39%), followed by 40-69 (35%), 20-39 (18%) and younger than 20 (8%). Ready. Willing. Able.

Thank You for tuning in. May we never forget 9/11/01, a day that changed our entire nation forever.

8:30 p.m. - President Bush addresses the nation from the White House, assuring Americans that a search is underway for "those who are behind these evil acts." To commemorate the 19th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attack, Canandaigua Emergency Squad’s Facebook will display events at the times as they occurred in 2001. Timeline credit: 6abc.com. Photo credits: Multiple, Google Images.