Former patient, Natasha Harris, shares her first-hand experience of being assisted by Devon Air Ambulance and her journey to recovery.
Patient stories
From road traffic collision to fundraising triumph
Patient stories
An unexpected holiday excursion
During a family camping holiday near Ilfracombe, David started to experience chest pains.
Patient stories
The terrible tragedy of a road traffic collision
Sadly, not all patients we attend have the happy outcomes we would wish for them.
Patient stories
A split second almost changed Macauley’s life forever
Macauley sustained a serious head injury when he slipped on ice and spooked a horse that kicked out.
Patient stories
Coming back from the unthinkable
Alex was left fighting for his life when a 7.5 tonne Royal Mail van crashed into him during his walk home
Patient stories
A misjudged moment
Although Sonia was riding her moped on a well known road, she couldn’t have predicted her sunny day would end like this
Patient stories
A summer hospital stay for dog-walking teacher
Mary Marker was walking her dog in Chudleigh, when she was hit by a car leaving her with multiple injuries.
Patient stories
One foot in the grave – Mina’s story
Mina suffered a serious open fracture when she suddenly fell into a concealed grave. Thankfully, our crew reached and treated Mina at the scene before airlifting her to hospital.
Patient stories
A life-changing hack
Early on in the story of DAA, a ride on Woodbury Common resulted in an airlift for Jeanette.
Patient stories
From 30-foot drop to sky-high response
Craig’s 30-foot fall resulted in a Devon Air Ambulance flight. Here’s his account.