Health Events Country 2025-11-18T16:07:07+00:00

SAMER provides 8,836 responses to emergencies in Panama

In the first ten months of 2025, Panama's SAMER service responded to 8,836 incidents, including nearly 6,000 medical emergencies.


SAMER provides 8,836 responses to emergencies in Panama

During the first ten months of 2025, the Prehospital Medical Care and Rescue Service (SAMER) of the Meritorious Fire Corps of Panama has provided a total of 8,836 care nationwide in response to various emergencies. Of these interventions, 5,973 corresponded to medical emergencies*, while 2,843 were of a fire-fighting nature.

This breakdown demonstrates the service's capacity to address a wide range of incidents, from traffic accidents to situations where people presented severe symptoms in their homes or workplaces.

SAMER is composed of a highly specialized team that, in addition to providing prehospital medical care, offers professional accompaniment during critical moments, safeguarding lives and ensuring the safety of the population.