The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs has extended its support and best wishes to the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) who was injured in a hit-and-run incident while on duty on Friday.

The EMT is currently receiving treatment at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre after she was struck by a vehicle while attempting to enter a company vehicle. The driver reportedly failed to stop following the collision and fled the scene.

In a statement issued on Saturday, Health Minister Michael Joseph expressed concern for the injured healthcare worker and wished her a full and speedy recovery.

“Our EMTs and other frontline healthcare workers play a critical role in serving and protecting our communities, often under challenging circumstances. We are grateful for their dedication and commitment, and our thoughts are with our colleague and her family at this time,” Joseph said.

The minister noted that emergency medical personnel routinely place themselves in demanding situations to provide care and assistance to the public, making their safety a matter of national importance.

The Ministry also used the opportunity to remind motorists of their responsibility to exercise caution while using the nation’s roads. Drivers were urged to remain vigilant, obey traffic laws, avoid distractions, and be mindful of emergency and service personnel carrying out their duties.

The statement emphasized that road safety is a shared responsibility and called on all road users to do their part in helping to protect frontline workers who provide essential services across the country.

The Ministry said it remains hopeful for the EMT’s swift and full recovery and thanked members of the public for keeping her in their thoughts and prayers during her recovery.