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Newport Ambulance Responds to Post-Op Infection in Derby Center

Newport Ambulance Responds to Post-Op Infection in Derby Center

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Newport Ambulance was dispatched at approximately 1:09 PM on Tuesday to 55 Main Street, Apartment 3, in Derby Center for a female who had undergone surgery two weeks ago and was showing signs of an infection at the surgical site. According to first responders, the patient is conscious and alert but not at her baseline mental state. The infection is visible on her leg. A unit was en route with emergency lights and sirens at 1:11 PM. Further details on the patient's condition and the nature of the infection are expected as crews assess the scene.

Photo: Shane via Unsplash. Photo is illustrative and not from the scene.

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