A British Columbia paramedic says she’s at risk of losing her licence after a patient’s adult child complained she didn’t take their parent to the hospital. Michelle Gamage reports. Michelle reports on health for The Tyee. Published June 18, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/06/18/Someone-Calls-911-Can-You-Refuse-Care/

Someone Calls 911 for You. Can You Refuse Care

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