Damascus, SANA-Syria’s Ministry of Health announced that 307 ambulances are currently deployed across all governorates, responding to emergency calls through the toll-free number 110. The centralized system is managed by central operations room to ensure swift coordination and rapid medical response.
Emergency and Ambulance Directorate chief Dr. Najib Al-Naasan acknowledged that the fleet remains below global standards but said expansion plans and training programs are underway to improve coverage and strengthen referral services between hospitals. A new nationwide referral program is also linking central hospitals to streamline patient transfers and reduce pressure on overcrowded facilities.
Field paramedics emphasized that every dispatch begins with a full inspection of vehicles and equipment, while onboard teams provide urgent first aid during transport. Drivers, meanwhile, highlighted the responsibility of ensuring speed with safety in life-saving missions.
Despite ongoing shortages in staff and equipment, the ambulance network and referral system remain critical components of Syria’s healthcare response, helping sustain emergency services amid the country’s challenging conditions.
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