The Paramedic
To Sarah Graham, saving lives is a normal part of her job -- but seeing people only on their worst days is something she takes very seriously. With a positive attitude and a serious love for her work, this 5’2”, 125-pound paramedic is stronger than most people you know.
About Our Guest:
Sarah Graham has served as a paramedic for 13 years in a rural community one county over from her hometown. She attended York University in Toronto for Kinesiology and ran track and field. In her late 20’s she left a career in kinesiology to pursue her dream of becoming a paramedic. She lives in Paris, Ontario with her husband and two kids.
The Time Stamps:
History of the Job - 00:04:59
Interview Begins - 00:07:19
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Sounds You Heard:
Theme Music by Coop
Facts You Heard:
Information on the history of paramedics:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/292612762_Historical_Perspectives_in_the_Ambulance_Service
https://www.ottawaparamedics.ca/before-9-1-1/history-of-paramedicine
https://health.howstuffworks.com/medicine/ambulances1.htm
https://www.jems.com/2013/10/08/birth-ems-history-paramedic/