ALTHOUGH we read nowadays of cases of neglect and inefficiency in the NHS, I must express my gratitude to paramedics who arrived three minutes after call out.

My case, which could have had a severe, if not fatal result, was helped by their prompt arrival and their actions.

They work under extremely difficult conditions, being the first on the scene of emergencies and accidents.

The hospital, Blackburn Royal, continued the good work.

I owe them all my thanks.

Good luck to the NHS workers and let us all appreciate the splendid work they do.

MRS ROSEMARY SPEDDING, Oswald Street, Accrington.