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Choking

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  • Choking happens when a foreign object gets lodged in the air passage and has the potential to be fatal.
  • Fast Facts:

    1. Common in infants and children
    2. If a choking victim loses consciousness call 911
    3. Some symptoms include; coughing, face turning red or blue, cannot cry or speak, grabbing the throat
    4. Common treatment: Heimlich Maneuver
    5. An estimated 2800 people die from choking each year
    6. Can cause brain damage

    Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you are Choking, please call 911.

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