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Medical team assists elderly woman at Riverview TowersPittsburgh PA

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Garetta St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to Riverview Towers near Garetta Street for a possible medical issue involving an elderly woman who was experiencing hand cramps and breathing difficulty. The patient reportedly has dementia and appeared distressed. EMS units were on scene providing assistance.

Audio|Heard on: Pittsburgh Fire Dispatch - Channel 1
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Transcript:
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Twelve engine, twelve engine, L.A.
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On a first responder detail.
00:04
Zone 212, Riverview Towers near Garetta Street, apartment (number withheld), building A for an 84-year-old female with cramps in her hands.
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Twelve engine, twelve engine L.A., zone 212, Riverview Towers near Garetta Street, apartment (number withheld), building B for an 84-year-old female with cramps in her hands.
00:19
There is an eight on scene.
00:20
The patient has dementia and difficulty breathing from crying.
00:23
EMS one at (number withheld).

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Location mentioned:
Garetta St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
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