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technology-health2 years ago

"Apple Watch Alerts Woman to Carbon Monoxide Danger, Saving Her Life"

A Wilmington University graduate student, Natalie Nasatka, was saved from a potentially fatal carbon monoxide poisoning in her apartment thanks to the Emergency SOS feature on her Apple Watch. Experiencing severe symptoms, she used the feature to call 911, leading to her rescue and hospital treatment. The incident highlighted the importance of wearable technology in emergency situations and the dangers of carbon monoxide, prompting the installation of a detector and repair of her heater by apartment management.

technology-health2 years ago

"Apple Watch Alerts Woman to Carbon Monoxide Danger, Saving Her Life"

Delaware resident Natalie Nasatka's life was saved by her Apple Watch's SOS feature when she suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning due to a suspected faulty heater. Experiencing severe symptoms, she used the watch to call for emergency assistance, leading to her timely rescue. The incident highlights the critical role of technology in personal safety and the dangers of carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless gas that can be fatal.

technology-health2 years ago

"Apple Watch Alerts Save Woman from Lethal Carbon Monoxide Exposure"

Natalie Nasatka, a Delaware woman, survived a potentially fatal carbon monoxide poisoning incident thanks to the SOS feature on her Apple Watch, which she used to call emergency services when she was too weak to reach her phone. Firefighters found her barely conscious in her home, with CO levels at 80 parts per million, and she was treated at a hospital with no lasting brain damage. The incident highlights the life-saving potential of wearable technology in emergency situations.

technology-health-and-safety2 years ago

"Delaware Woman's Life Saved by Apple Watch Amid Carbon Monoxide Emergency"

Natalie Nasatka from Smyrna, Delaware, was saved from carbon monoxide poisoning by using the SOS feature on her Apple Watch to alert emergency services after she became dizzy and lost consciousness. The watch automatically dialed 911 and notified her emergency contacts, leading to her rescue and treatment at a hospital. The incident highlights the life-saving potential of wearable technology and the importance of having carbon monoxide detectors in homes.

society2 years ago

"Delaware Student's Life Saved by Apple Watch During Carbon Monoxide Emergency"

Natalie Nasatka from Smyrna, Delaware, credits her Apple Watch for saving her life after it allowed her to call 911 during a carbon monoxide leak in her home. Experiencing severe symptoms, she was unable to reach her phone but used the SOS feature on her watch to get help. She was treated for carbon monoxide poisoning after emergency responders arrived. Nasatka is now advocating for the importance of having carbon monoxide detectors in homes, following the incident that nearly cost her life.

technology-health-and-safety2 years ago

"Delaware Woman's Life Saved by Apple Watch's SOS During Carbon Monoxide Incident"

Natalie Nasatka from Delaware credited her Apple Watch for saving her life after it allowed her to call 911 during a carbon monoxide leak in her home. Feeling weak and dizzy with blurred vision, she used the SOS feature on her watch, which alerted emergency services and her contacts. She was treated for carbon monoxide poisoning after being found by responders and now urges others to install necessary detectors in their homes. Her apartment's heater was identified as the leak source, which has since been repaired, and she has installed a new carbon monoxide detector.

technology-health-and-safety2 years ago

"Student's Life Saved by Apple Watch's SOS Feature During Carbon Monoxide Leak"

A Delaware student, Natalie Nasatka, used the Emergency SOS feature on her Apple Watch to call for help after experiencing symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning in her apartment. She passed out but was revived by the fire department, which confirmed extremely high levels of carbon monoxide due to a suspected faulty heater. The incident highlights the importance of having a carbon monoxide detector and showcases the life-saving potential of wearable technology.

health-and-safety2 years ago

"Carbon Monoxide Leak at Utah LDS Meetinghouse Hospitalizes Dozens"

Over 20 individuals were hospitalized due to carbon monoxide poisoning at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Monroe, Utah, after multiple attendees reported symptoms such as headaches and breathing problems. High levels of the odorless gas were detected in the building, prompting an evacuation and a coordinated emergency response involving multiple ambulance transports to hospitals with hyperbaric chambers. The exact cause of the poisoning is under investigation, and the incident has highlighted the importance of carbon monoxide detectors and regular maintenance of heating systems to prevent such occurrences.

health-and-safety2 years ago

"Mass Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Strikes Multiple LDS Congregations"

Over 50 members of a Mormon congregation in Monroe, Utah, experienced carbon monoxide poisoning during a church service, suspected to be caused by a heating system malfunction. At least 22 individuals were hospitalized, with symptoms ranging from breathing problems to headaches. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse will remain closed until the issue is resolved, and church officials are committed to supporting the medical expenses of those affected.

health-and-safety2 years ago

"Over 40 Hospitalized for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Utah Church Incident"

Over 40 individuals were treated for carbon monoxide poisoning at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Monroe, Utah, after high levels of the gas were detected. Initial symptoms were dismissed as unrelated illnesses until multiple attendees fell ill, prompting an investigation. The leak was traced to a malfunction in the building's heating system. The church is assisting with medical expenses and the building will remain closed until it is deemed safe.

health-and-safety2 years ago

"Mass Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Incident Hospitalizes Dozens in Utah LDS Church"

In Monroe City, Utah, 22 individuals were hospitalized for carbon monoxide poisoning after being exposed at the Monroe East chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Symptoms were initially overlooked or misattributed, but after multiple reports of illness, the fire department discovered high levels of carbon monoxide in the church. Due to the number of patients and the need for hyperbaric treatment, ten ambulance transports were required, with assistance from other agencies, while less critical patients self-transported.