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Hospital


            A hospital is a critical institution for healthcare
            which      provides      emergency         services,
            treatments and specialised care. Doctors,

            nurses, medical assistants and support staff
            work to take care for the sick and injured

            patients. Hospitals also offer a range of
            outpatient services.  They ensure the health
            and safety of the people in a community.                                   hospital




                                                            Police Station

                                                            A police station is a place of law enforcement
                                                            in the neighbourhood. It ensures safety and

                                                            security  of  a  neighbourhood.  Police  officers
                                                            and administrative staff work to prevent crime
                                                            in  a  neighbourhood.  They  also  investigate

                                                            incidents and enforce proper law. Officers
                                                            respond to emergencies and collaborate with

                            police station                  local people to maintain peace and order.



            Fire Station

            A  fire station  is a place that responds to
            emergencies        in    fire-related    incidents.

            Firefighters,  paramedics  and support staff
            are always on standby to rescue victims and

            respond to medical emergencies. Firefighters
            undergo rigorous training to deal with high-
            stress  situations.  They  help  protect  the

            community from potential dangers. They also
            educate the local people about fire safety.                       firefighters putting out fire







            Outpatient services: Medical procedures, treatments or tests that do not require an overnight stay at a hospital or facility
            Paramedic: A person (not a doctor or a nurse) whose job is to help people who are sick or injured




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