In their thought-provoking opinion piece, Schofield and McClean delve into the compelling rationale behind the potential expansion of paramedics' scope of practice to include health promotion. The authors cogently argue that such a shift necessitates robust support from additional research to ensure the acceptability of this extension within both the paramedic profession and among patients. Paramedics, traditionally recognized for their vital role in emergency medical response, are uniquely positioned to contribute to public health beyond immediate crisis intervention.