Dad Rescued by Son

Always Carry your EpiPenA 10-year-old recently saved his father’s life after his dad was stung by bees while doing yard work.  The father is highly allergic to the insects.  The son, recognized trouble when he  found his dad struggling to breathe in the bathroom.“I felt like I was melting,” said the father.There was no house phone to use in order to alert the young man’s mother who was out at a nearby lake.  He had to ride his bike to get his mom, who then used 2 EpiPens on her husband before he was taken to the hospital.The 10-year-old is learning how to use an EpiPen in case another emergency should arise.Read full account here: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/news/region/livingston_county/boy-saves-dads-life-from-allergy-attackThis is a feel good story, which could’ve easily had a tragic ending.  The family is taking the necessary precautions now; training the young son on the use of an EpiPen in the event of another emergency.Remember, if you are prescribed an EpiPen - keep it on your person at all times and make certain those around you know proper administration.  Don’t be shy, make certain your family and friends are familiar with your particular allergies, and they know how to use your EpiPen if called upon to do so.

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