Child treated for asthma attack near East Ave, Strausstown PA


Emergency responders attended to a 4-year-old boy near East Avenue who was experiencing shortness of breath caused by asthma symptoms that began earlier in the day. Multiple EMS units were dispatched to the medical facility for treatment.
Audio|Source: Berks County Emergency Services
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At the Topofan Township, Penn State Health, near East Avenue,
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between Route 183 and Wilson Avenue, ALS, Medical, (number withheld),
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Station, Corchon,
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4-5-4-5. At the Topofin Township, Penn State Health, near East Avenue, between Route 183 and Wilson Avenue, ALS Medical[1], 1250.
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Medix (number withheld), switch to EMS.
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Intermediate 553, at this point we have the squad and Medix (number withheld) dispatch for a follow-up call.
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You can put us on it with 545.
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Call medic (number withheld).
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Intermediate 5453 en route. It's near East Avenue.
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Here to use the Seaside ambulance bench. Room number one for a 4-year-old male having short breath.
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He does have asthma that started earlier today for him. Should be able to walk. Hand's caution is not indicated. They're resisting st.
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ALS Medical: Advanced Life Support emergency medical response or assistance.
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Location mentioned:
Near East Ave, Strausstown, PA 19559
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