This is a developing story. Details are preliminary and subject to change as more information becomes available.
At approximately 1:00 PM, Newport Ambulance was dispatched to 102 Allendale Road in Newport for a medical emergency involving a 78-year-old female with dementia and possible aspiration. According to first responders, a home health nurse is on scene and reports the patient is mostly non-verbal. Initial reports indicate the patient may also have a urinary tract infection. Crews are evaluating the patient's condition.
Photo: Daniel via Unsplash. Photo is illustrative and not from the scene.
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