2014 Atlantic Journalism Awards Finalists
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| Slug/Label | Needless suffering - Skilled paramedics handcuffed by lawmakers |
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| Date Aired or Published | May 31, June 9, Nov.13, 2014 |
| Media outlet where first aired or published: | Fredericton, N.B. |
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| Location: | Fredericton, N.B. |
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Short explanation of the story and how it developed: See attached submission letter document |
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Resources of the newsroom (money and time) available to complete the story: Adam did countless hours of research looking into how every other province in Canada used advanced-care paramedics and tried to understand what was happening in N.B. He conducted hours of interviews, compiled information and statistics. Adam developed contacts across the province and country, built trust with people working in the system - from union officials to managers to politicians. He wrote dozens of stories over several years. As well, Adam reached out to patients affected by the systemic restrictions that prevented advanced-care paramedics from doing their jobs. He kept this important issue on the radar and on people's minds. After years of coverage, the provincial government is finally removing restrictions to allow these skilled paramedics to work to their full scope of practice. Nobody else covered this story until the personal human stories Adam did began to ramp up pressure on government. There is no doubt that Adam's dedication to this issue paved the way to change and health care that will soon be equal to what other Canadians already enjoy. This issue wasn't handed to Adam - it didn't originate from a breaking news event. It came through pure persistence and a desire to right a legislative wrong. Sincerely, Anne Mooers Daily Gleaner managing editor |
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