Elderly man has allergic reaction to cancer medication, Monroe NC


Emergency crews are responding to an 83-year-old man near Griffith Rd experiencing an allergic reaction to his cancer medication. He is conscious, breathing normally, and has no trouble swallowing. Due to the reaction and having a pacemaker, transportation was advised. A silent approach was requested.
Audio|Source: Union County and North Carolina State Fire
01:17
Transcript:
00:00
Thirteen First responders respond with Med 104 for allergic reaction, near Griffith Rd, near Griffith Rd. Cross Street of Palmer Mill Road and McManus Road operate on Bravo.
00:16
13.04 in row.
00:19
214.
00:26
139 in route. 213.
00:29
24.
00:30
13 person responders, utility 139, Med 1014.
00:42
You're responding code 3 for an allergic reaction, near Griffith Rd, near Griffith Rd, cross streets of Paula Mill Road and McMannis Road.
00:52
For an 83-year-old male who's conscious in breathing,
00:55
he's having a reaction to his cancer medication.
01:00
He's responding normally, no difficulty breathing or swallowing. He does have a pacemaker that doctor wanted him transported due to this reaction.
01:11
They didn't advise exactly what the reaction was.
01:14
They are requesting a silent approach with no lights and sirens.
Disclaimer:
This transcript was automatically generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify the information independently.
Location mentioned:
Near Griffith Rd, Monroe, NC 28112
Correct
Incorrect