Ann Conkle
Apr 17, 2012
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VIDEO - Are helicopters really better than ambulances for transporting trauma victims?
The answer, according to a new report published in JAMA, is yes, patients transported by helicopter in an emergency do have a better chance of survival. The relative merits of helicopter and ambulance have been widely debated, with some arguing that helicopters may actually do more harm than good. But, this study provides evidence of their effectiveness in saving lives.