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‘U Drive. U Text. U Pay.’

May 2, 2019

The “U Drive – U Text – U Pay” campaign brings awareness to the dangers of distracted driving. In Florida, there are two proposed bills that would make texting while driving a primary offense, meaning you could be pulled over for it. Stay safe with these driving...

Cardiac arrest survivor meets first responders who saved his life

Apr 4, 2019

On Monday, April 1, Anthony Kerns meet with the first responders who helped save his life. He experienced cardiac arrest while running in a 5K in Safety Harbor in February 2019, and thanks to the quick response, he has made a full recovery in only a few weeks....

It’s time to ‘Move Over,’ Florida

Jan 18, 2019

Florida’s “Move Over” law requires drivers to move over one lane – safely – for stopped law enforcement, emergency or utility vehicles and disabled cars on the side of the road. Read more for tips from AAA about how to stay safe on the road.

Sunstar Paramedics Hurricane Michael relief efforts

Jan 11, 2019

Sunstar, the 911 ambulance provider for Pinellas County, sent two ambulance buses, five ambulances and 23 employees to the Florida Panhandle to assist with emergency medical services and the search and rescue task force after Hurricane Michael truck the Florida...

Stay safe this holiday season

Dec 6, 2018

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – but all that decorating, baking and family gathering also make it a time for mishaps. Read more about how to stay safe during the holidays.

Sunstar Paramedics wins national award for quality improvement

Oct 16, 2018

American Ambulance Association honors Sunstar Paramedics’ Communications Center Sunstar Paramedics, the 911 ambulance provider for Pinellas County, received a 2018 AMBY Award from the American Ambulance Association (AAA) for its “Basic Life Support Dispatch Project.”...

Be seen on Halloween

Oct 12, 2018

Halloween is right around the corner, and witches, ghosts and goblins will soon be swarming the streets in search of candy. It’s important to remember that Halloween is one of the most dangerous days for children due to low visibility on streets. Read more to find out...