ABOUT US
TraumaLink is a volunteer-based emergency response system reducing the number of deaths and injuries on the highways. Our service model utilizes an emergency hotline number and 24/7 call center with local first responders trained in basic trauma first aid, provided with essential medical supplies, and dispatched to crash scenes by SMS messaging. LEARN MORE
TRAUMALINK HAS DEVELOPED A SCALABLE AND SUSTAINABLE MODEL TO SAVE LIVES AFTER TRAUMATIC INJURIES. SO FAR WE HAVE:
691 Volunteers
Responded to over 1900 incidents
Expanded operations to 170 km with a 24/7 call center
Provided emergency first-aid to nearly 4000 injured patients
WHAT WE DO
Injured patients are much more likely to survive if they receive treatment quickly. Fortunately, within the first hour after injury, simple medical treatments can be highly effective at preventing paralysis and death. This critical window is known as the “Golden Hour” and is the period of time during which TraumaLink First Responders work. LEARN MORE
Recent News
TraumaLink Expands its Total Catchment Area to 170 km
On the 4th of October 2021, TraumaLink has increased its operation in Dhaka-Chattogram Highway by a further 20km, through the support of SpaandanB. This accumulates the total area coverage of TraumaLink to 170km.
The inaugural ceremony for this event was held at the Hotel Noorjahan, Paduar Bazar Bishwa Road, Sadar Dakkhin in Cumilla. The event marked the official launching of TraumaLink’s operations from Kotbari Bus Stand, Sadar Dakkhin to Noa Bazar, Chauddagram.
Important Crash News of August 2021
These challenging times remind us how much we need each other. On 13 August, an incident took place near Madhaiya in Comilla’s Chandina Upazila, a cover van lost control from behind and hit the back of the bus. Five passengers in the back seat of the bus were injured. Two of the injured went home without any first aid. Our volunteer quickly sent 3 others to Chandina Upazila Health Complex.
We would like to thank our first responder for his undying efforts, dedication, and courage and for providing the service at the right moment.
