tPA is a drug that breaks up blood clots in ischemic stroke. It activates plasminogen to plasmin enzyme for clot breakdown. Stroke death rate in US fell 77% between 1969 and 2013
ISTP is the most common personality type, comprising 9% of men and 2% of women. ISTPs are introverted, sensing, thinking, and perceiving individuals. They excel in problem-solving and technical expertise. They prefer independent work and quiet environments
NHS provides free healthcare for EEA citizens, free for non-EEA after 6 months. NHS number required for all patients, GPs are primary medical contacts. Emergency services available through 999, 111 for medical advice
First recorded British ambulance flight occurred in 1917 in Ottoman Empire. Royal Flying Doctor Service established in Australia in 1928. Military helicopters became common during Korean and Vietnam wars. Civilian air ambulance services started in remote areas after WWII
SAMU (Urgent Medical Aid Service) coordinates emergency medical services across France. Each department has a SAMU organization with unique two-digit code. Two specialized SAMUs handle flights and sea services
Ambulance is medically equipped vehicle for patient transportation to hospitals. Term comes from Latin 'ambulare', meaning 'to walk or move about'. First used for emergency transport in 1487 by Spanish forces