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Woman collapses at home due to suspected heart attack … NSRI medics respond

Despite the medics' best efforts the woman could not be saved.

July 30, 2018
South Coast Herald 1 minute read
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NSRI Port Edward medics responded to a residence in Port Edward following a request for medical assistance late on Wednesday night this week.

Hibiscus Med-Evac ambulance services also responded.

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On arrival on the scene CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation) efforts were commenced on a woman (55) who had collapsed from a suspected heart attack.

“Sadly, after all efforts to resuscitate her were exhausted, she was declared deceased by paramedics,” said station commander John Nicholas.

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Condolences were extended to family and friends.

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July 30, 2018
South Coast Herald 1 minute read

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David Rush

David Rush is the editor, having been with the company for more than 30 years. He's seen it all, from the progression from black and white photos to the current advancements in digital and social media. He started as a sports journalist and still keeps his hand in, writing about any sport but particularly cricket, golf and tennis. Over the years he wrote and all topics and covered all the beats at various times. He still plays all those sports, and is a long-suffering Liverpool and Proteas fan.
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