Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Working with police to strengthen emergency response
Article | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has witnessed a gradual spurt in violent incidents over the past decade. Being the first responders on ground, the police often find themselves providing first aid and emergency care to those injured in such violence.
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Date: May 14, 2019 at 09:00
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