Brave Isaiah has been praised for his quick thinking that helped save his mum’s life
A 10-year-old boy has been praised for saving his mum’s life after she suffered a stroke while on the phone to her own mum. Isaiah was getting ready for football when his mum suddenly started slurring on the phone before collapsing.
Isaiah’s quick thinking to call 999 ensured his mum is still here today. He was praised by paramedics for his ability to stay calm and for calling 999.
Isaiah said: “I feel really proud of saving my mummy. When she stopped talking, I had to call the London Ambulance; otherwise, she would have got worse. I was very worried, and then I heard the sirens.”
When paramedics arrived, Isaiah had to let the crew in and direct them to his mum, who by then had collapsed. Sabrina described the stroke as a ‘complete shock to the system’.
Sabrina said: “I was on the phone with my mum and I started slurring my words. My mum asked if I was having a stroke. Isaiah came into the bedroom – I couldn’t form words for him and fell to the floor. He started crying and called 999. I know he was overwhelmed and scared, but he handled the situation with such grace.
“Having a stroke was a complete shock to the system, and it took me time to get on with my day-to-day life. I’m very proud that Isaiah has been recognised for his bravery and that he has used what I’ve taught him about calling 999 in an emergency. Parents should always teach their children how to call the ambulance service, as an emergency could happen at any time.”
Isaiah was awarded a certificate at the London Ambulance Service’s Waterloo Headquarters to recognise his bravery. Paramedic Josh, from Bromley Ambulance Station, who was among those who responded to Sabrina, said: Sabrina is still here smiling because of what Isaiah did.
“He remained very calm and told us exactly what happened to his mum. He was quite overwhelmed by the sirens so we gave him some headphones so he could listen to music when we took them to hospital.
“We stayed with Isaiah until his father arrived. Isaiah just wanted to know that his mum was ok. Parents should teach their children how to call 999, ensure they know their address and listen to instructions given by the call handlers. They will guide your children on what they need to do in an emergency.”
A stroke happens when the body stops supplying blood to the brain, which can kill brain cells and affect how the body works. Symptoms of stroke may include face weakness, arm weakness or speech problems.
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