Cape Medical Response

31/05/2026

Children are far less afraid of emergencies when emergency services feel familiar.

Teaching kids about ambulances, paramedics, and what to do in an emergency helps build confidence instead of fear. Sometimes simply meeting a medic, seeing an ambulance up close, or trying on equipment can leave a lasting impact.

Education creates safer communities.

And honestly, tiny paramedic vests are difficult to compete with from a marketing perspective.

🚨 FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CMR: 082 782 4444 / 021 782 4444

28/05/2026

From trail runs and sports events to school functions and community gatherings, professional medical standby helps ensure help is immediately available if something goes wrong.

Most events never need emergency intervention.
But when they do, response time matters.

CMR provides experienced medical crews and equipped response vehicles for events across the Deep South and surrounding areas.

📩 Event bookings: [email protected]

🚨 FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CMR: 082 782 4444 / 021 782 4444

25/05/2026

In the early hours of Friday morning, emergency crews responded to a fire at the Willett Hotel in Main Road, SimonsTown.

City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue crews acted quickly to contain and extinguish the fire while simultaneously evacuating residents from the building and conducting room-to-room searches to ensure everyone was safely accounted for.

Cape Medical Response medics assessed and treated two patients evacuated from the hotel. Thankfully, there were no fatalities and no serious injuries reported.

A huge thank you and well done to City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue for their rapid response, professionalism, and coordinated efforts under pressure.

Incidents like these are a reminder of how important fast emergency response and teamwork are when every second counts.

🚨 FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CMR: 082 782 4444 / 021 782 4444

24/05/2026

We’re pleased to have Mach 1 Security be a part of the CMR MyCard Partner Programme!

CMR MyCard members now enjoy:

• Residential monitoring from R380 p/m
• Commercial monitoring from R480 p/m
• Free link up and service when signing up for an alarm or CCTV monitoring and response contract

Serving the Glen Cairn and Simonstown area, Mach 1 Security provides professional alarm, CCTV monitoring, and rapid response services to help keep homes and businesses protected.

📞 021 782 2661
🔗 www.mach1security.co.za

📩 Become a member now by following the link:
https://cmr-med.co.za/online-application/

🚨 FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CMR: 082 782 4444 / 021 782 4444

21/05/2026

Work Where You Make A Difference.

Cape Medical Response is looking for qualified ILS / ECA professionals to join our team in the Deep South.

This isn’t just another shift job. It’s real calls, real people, and real impact - every single day.

Requirements:
• Registered with HPCSA
• CPG update completed
• CPD points up to date
• Valid Code 8 with PDP
• Willing to work shifts
• Strong work ethic and motivation

📩 Apply: [email protected]

19/05/2026

Not all diabetes is the same and knowing the difference matters.

Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body stops producing insulin entirely. It often develops earlier in life and requires lifelong insulin treatment.

Type 2 Diabetes is more common and occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce enough of it. Lifestyle, genetics, and other health factors can all play a role.

One of the biggest risks for diabetics, especially those using insulin, is hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). This can happen suddenly and become life threatening if not treated quickly.

Signs of low blood sugar may include:
• Sweating
• Shaking
• Confusion
• Dizziness
• Aggressive or unusual behaviour
• Loss of consciousness

This is why hypo pens and emergency glucose treatments are so important. In an emergency, they can help raise blood sugar levels rapidly while waiting for medical assistance.

If you or a loved one lives with diabetes, make sure family, friends, teachers, and colleagues know:
• Where emergency medication is kept
• How to recognise the warning signs
• When to call for help

Preparation saves lives.

🚨 FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CMR: 082 782 4444 / 021 782 4444

📩 Become a member now: [email protected] or follow the link:
https://cmr-med.co.za/online-application/

18/05/2026

17/05/2026

Your CMR MyCard is more than emergency medical cover. If you actually use the partner discounts regularly, your membership can practically pay for itself over time.

Here’s a simple example:

A family goes to Spur twice a month and spends around R800 each visit.

With:
• 10% off at Golden River Spur

That could mean saving roughly R80 per visit.

Add in:
• 10% off Debonairs Fish Hoek collect orders
• Discounts at Brass Bell, Slivers, Harry Goemans, Shockoloza, Mach-1 Security, and many more

…and suddenly those monthly savings start adding up very quickly.

The MyCard programme was designed to support local businesses while giving real value back to CMR members. The more you use it, the more value you get from your membership.

Have a look through the partner list and see how many places you already use regularly:

https://cmr-med.co.za/cmr-mycard-benefits/

📩 Become a member now by following the link:
https://cmr-med.co.za/online-application/

🚨 FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CMR: 082 782 4444 / 021 782 4444

14/05/2026

No two callouts are ever the same.

From vehicle accidents and medical emergencies to remote rescues and aviation incidents, emergency crews are trained to adapt quickly under pressure.

Preparation is not about predicting what will happen.
It is about being ready when it does.

🚨 FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CMR: 082 782 4444 / 021 782 4444

11/05/2026

“I knew I would be okay the moment they arrived.

A few years ago, I had a heart attack on a remote farm near Cape Point. I called CMR and gave them the gate code. Jessica was one of the first to arrive, and more of the team followed soon after.

I was in a very bad state, but they comforted me, stabilised me, and worked quickly to get me safely to hospital. I’ll never forget how they reassured me during such a critical moment.

CMR gets a 10/10 from me.

My mom is also a member, and that gives me peace of mind knowing she will always have expert care when needed.

Thank you to the entire CMR team for the incredible work you do.”

- Kobus Luyt

Thank you Kobus for sharing your story with us!

🚨 FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CMR: 082 782 4444 / 021 782 4444

📩 Become a member now: [email protected] or follow the link:
https://cmr-med.co.za/online-application/