REMS Medical

25/01/2026

🏃‍♂️🏅 2026 Athletics Season Has Officially Started! 🏅🏃‍♀️

The 2026 athletics season is off to a flying start and our events calendar is already filling up fast!

We’ve had the privilege of being part of some incredible school athletics days, and the talent on display has been nothing short of impressive 👏🔥

📸 These images are from Stulting Humansdorp and Victory Christian School Jeffreys Bay athletics meetings, held from Thursday through to Saturday.

The learners delivered outstanding performances, showing dedication, sportsmanship, and pure determination on the track and field.

Well done to all the athletes, educators, and organisers for kicking off the year on such a high note! 💪✨

Here’s to a safe, successful, and action-packed athletics season ahead 🏆

25/12/2025

As we reflect on the year that has passed, we would like to extend our heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported REMS throughout the year.

To our patients and their families — it has been an honour to serve you in your times of need. We sincerely hope that, in every encounter, we left a lasting mark of care, compassion, and professionalism when it mattered most.

To our dedicated staff and crews — thank you for your tireless efforts, long hours, and unwavering commitment to saving lives. Your compassion, resilience, and teamwork are the backbone of everything we do, and we are truly grateful for each and every one of you.

To our community, partners, and supporters — thank you for trusting us and standing with us throughout the year.

From all of us at REMS – Rapid Emergency Medical Services, we wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

May the festive season bring you peace, safety, and joy, and may the new year ahead be filled with hope and good health.

🎄❤️🚑

16/12/2025

🌞🌊🚗 Stay Safe This Festive Season with REMS! 🎄🎉

The holidays are all about making memories — let’s make sure they’re good ones! Whether you’re heading to the beach, hitting the road, or enjoying time with loved ones, a little safety goes a long way.

🚗 Travel Smart ✔️ Buckle up – seatbelts save lives
✔️ Stick to the speed limit
✔️ Don’t drink and drive
✔️ Take regular breaks on long trips

🌊 Ocean Safety ✔️ Beware of rip currents
✔️ Never swim alone or under the influence
✔️ Always swim in designated areas
✔️ Look out for one another

Enjoy the festive season responsibly and look after those around you ❤️
If you need us, REMS is always ready – when life depends on it.

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📧 remsmedical@gmail.com

✨ Stay safe & enjoy the journey! ✨

20/10/2025

17/10/2025

World Trauma Day 2025

14/10/2025

🚨 Heavy Motor Vehicle Accident – Oyster Bay Gravel Road 🚨

Yesterday at approximately 13:30, Rapid Emergency Medical Services (REMS) received multiple calls reporting a heavy motor vehicle that had overturned on the Oyster Bay gravel road.

REMS Paramedics, together with Metro EMS and other Private Ambulance Services, responded swiftly to the scene.

On arrival, Paramedics found a truck carrying animal feed that had overturned, with the driver’s cab severely crushed, trapping two patients.

Humansdorp Fire and Rescue along with Humansdorp Metro Rescue initiated a complex extrication using the “Jaws of Life.” A local towing company assisted by deploying a heavy-duty winch, allowing rescuers to lift the massive load and free the trapped patient.

Sadly, one patient sustained fatal injuries and was declared deceased on scene by Paramedics.
Two other patients, including the one extricated, were stabilized and transported to the nearest hospital for further treatment.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends affected by this tragic incident.

🕊️ Rapid Emergency Medical Services (REMS)

ArriveAlive.co.za JBay Online News

14/10/2025

🚨 Violent Assault Incident – Rapid Response by REMS 🚨

During the afternoon of Saturday, 11 October 2025, at approximately 14:50, Rapid Emergency Medical Services (REMS) received a call regarding an adult male who was attacked and robbed by seven assailants armed with pangas.

Upon arrival, REMS Paramedics found the male patient with serious head injuries and severe bleeding. Our team stabilized the patient on scene before transporting him to the nearest hospital for urgent medical care.

We commend the swift actions of our Paramedics and thank all assisting parties who ensured the patient received rapid and professional care.

Rapid Emergency Medical Services – When life depends on it

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14/10/2025

🚨 Motor Vehicle Accident – R330 Humansdorp to St Francis Bay 🚨

Yesterday at approximately 13:00, Rapid Emergency Medical Services (REMS) received a call reporting a motor vehicle accident on the R330 between Humansdorp and St Francis Bay.

Reports indicated that the vehicle had rolled, ejecting the passengers onto the roadway.

REMS dispatched two Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances with Emergency Care Practitioners. Arriving first on scene, REMS Practitioners found an adult female with severe facial trauma, and an adult male who was unresponsive at the time. The driver of the vehicle appeared to have escaped with minimal injuries.

REMS Paramedics initiated Advanced Life Support care and performed a Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI), a critical procedure to paralyze the muscles and take over the patient’s breathing. The patient sustained severe chest trauma and had undergo needle decompression on scene. Tranexamic Acid (TXA) was administered to help prevent internal bleeding.

The patient was transported to the closest hospital in critical condition for further management.

The cause of the accident is under SAPS investigation.

⚠️ REMS urges all motorists to always wear seatbelts — this simple act saves lives.

ArriveAlive.co.za JBay Online News

24/09/2025

🇿🇦 Happy Heritage Day 2025! 🇿🇦

Today we celebrate the richness of our diverse cultures, traditions, and the unity that makes South Africa truly unique. Heritage Day is not just about remembering our past—it’s about embracing who we are, standing together, and building a stronger, united future.

At Rapid Emergency Medical Services (REMS), we are proud to serve our communities with dedication and compassion, honoring the heritage of resilience and care that defines us as South Africans.

💚💛🖤❤️💙🤍
From all of us at REMS — Happy Heritage Day!

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23/09/2025

🕊️ School Incident – Humansdorp

This morning at approximately 08:08, Rapid Emergency Medical Services (REMS) received calls reporting that a pupil had been stabbed at a local high school in Humansdorp.

REMS Paramedics, together with Metro EMS, responded swiftly to the scene where they found a young male with serious injuries to his upper torso. Sadly, despite all efforts, the pupil had already sustained a fatal wound and showed no signs of life. He was pronounced deceased by REMS Paramedics.

This tragic incident comes amid recent reports of scholars harming one another with sharp objects during school hours.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and the entire school community as they face this heartbreaking loss. May healing and peace be found during this very difficult time. 💙

🚨 Violence in schools cannot be tolerated. REMS calls on parents, teachers, and community leaders to stand united against weapons in schools. Every child deserves to feel safe while learning. Strict measures, awareness campaigns, and early intervention are essential to prevent further tragedies.

Let us all work together to protect our youth and ensure that no more young lives are lost to senseless violence.

JBay Online News

22/09/2025

18/09/2025

We would like to inform our community that Life Isivivana Private Hospital will be closing on 30 September 2025.
Last date of new admissions will be 19 September 2025. All admitted patients who are not suitable for discharge on 25 September 2025 will be transferred to an appropriate healthcare facility.

We are committed to ensuring all patients continue to receive the care they need during this time.
Thank you for including us in your health journey over the last 20 years.
For more information contact Life Isivivana Private Hospital on 072 268 9867