Anderson County Infant Hospitalized After Cardiac Arrest During Feeding
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A developing story out of Anderson County, South Carolina, involves a two-month-old infant who experienced cardiac arrest while being fed. Initial reports of a fatality were thankfully inaccurate, and the child is currently receiving medical care.
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office was initially called to Prisma Greenville hospital on Wednesday regarding a reported death of an infant from Williamston. However, at 8:15 a.m. local time, officials clarified that they had been misinformed and the infant was, at that time, still alive.
Initial Misinformation and Subsequent Clarification
The initial report of a fatality prompted a swift response from the coroner’s office. A senior official stated, “We were originally called to Prisma Greenville in reference to a two-month-old fatality that originated in Williamston.” This information was quickly retracted after further investigation. The correction underscores the challenges inherent in rapidly unfolding emergency situations and the importance of verified information.
Details of the Incident and Ongoing Investigation
According to the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office, the infant suffered cardiac arrest during a feeding. The circumstances surrounding the incident are currently under preliminary investigation. A spokesperson for the coroner’s office emphasized the ongoing concern for the child’s well-being, stating, “The infant is still receiving treatment at this time, we will still do a preliminary investigation due to circumstances but still will be praying the child has a good outcome.”
The investigation will focus on determining the factors that led to the infant’s cardiac arrest. “.
As of this publication, the infant remains hospitalized, and authorities are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Further updates will be provided as they become available.
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