Man hospitalized after choking on chewing tobacco, West Lafayette IN
A 64-year-old man experienced choking and possible aspiration after falling asleep with chewing tobacco in his mouth. He felt dizzy and tired and emergency responders were called to assist him near Westmoreland Drive.
Audio|Source: Tippecanoe County Fire
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1503, there's a medical problem near Westmoreland Drive.
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A 64-year-old male fell asleep with chewing tobacco in his mouth.
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He's able to get most of it out, but he's now feeling dizzy, tired, and may have aspirated tobacco.
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Go to channel 3 for the call.
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Location mentioned:
Near Westmoreland Dr, West Lafayette, IN 47906
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