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EMT Balandran honored for 20 years of service

Tony Balandran of Sidney was honored by Regional West Health Services for his 20 years of service as an emergency medical technician.

Balandran described the recognition as "wonderful" and "rewarding."

"The reason being is because typically the lifespan right now in EMT is about five years," he said. "I love helping people. I think I am doing my calling."

An EMT's duties and responsibilities are many.

"A normal day involves checking in vehicles, making sure all the equipment's there and functioning. It also involves cleaning the office, washing the ambulance rigs," he said. "We also do PR e...

 

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