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Bringing the ER to the patient

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The charity that funds air ambulances is calling for a network of flying doctors to cope with the closure of A&E units.

Flying doctor, Derek Hicks, says a strong team of doctor and paramedic can sometimes make the difference between life and death when flown to the scene of an accident.

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