Overview
- The woman showed signs of distress while eating, and her son was the first to notice the emergency.
- Family members attempted airway-clearing maneuvers, including techniques consistent with the Heimlich, but could not relieve the obstruction.
- She was transported to the Hospital de Alta Gracia, where medical staff confirmed she arrived without vital signs.
- Reports indicate the obstruction was caused by food, and authorities have not released the victim’s identity.
- The articles provide explanations of the Heimlich maneuver and offer practical tips to reduce choking risk for vulnerable people, especially older adults.