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Southwest Nebraska will receive its first-ever air ambulance in May–a Bell 407 operated by MedStar.

Southwest Nebraska will receive its first-ever air ambulance in May–a Bell 407 operated by MedStar. Under current arrangements, hospitals or EMS agencies have to summon airborne services that are based nearly 100 miles away. The new flight service will be permanently based at McCook, Neb.

The MedStar helicopter will serve as a regional asset for hospitals and clinics out to 100 miles from McCook and deliver the patient to the most appropriate facility. It will be available 24/7 with a flight nurse and paramedic on board for every call, capable of treating traumatic injuries and medical emergencies.

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