In my 84 years, 56 of which I have spent in Snohomish, I have observed many instances when prompt response to a medical emergency resulted in saving a life. When such emergencies occur, it is of vital importance that a team of trained professionals are on hand 24 hours a day to take whatever life-saving measures are required, including prompt delivery to a hospital.
I was able to appreciate this kind of emergency service a week ago when my sister suffered a heart seizure in the San Juan Islands, was treated by such a team of experts and then flown to a Seattle hospital. Snohomish needs such a service, so I urge voters to vote on April 24 in favor of EMS (emergency medical service). It won’t cost much and it will save lives. Maybe yours.
WILLIAM L. BATES
Snohomish
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