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Kim’s Awareness is in memory of Kimberly Ostien who died from alcohol poisoning. In life, 18 year old, Kimberly aspired to be a nurse because she sincerely wanted to help others. A year and a half after Kim’s death, the family unveiled the Kim’s Awareness Bracelet and card – a tangible reminder of the tragic effects of alcohol. The card is wallet size and describes the signs of alcohol poisoning and what to do if you find yourself in that situation. It can save a life.
Kim was a freshman at Neumann College in Aston, Pennsylvania when she died November 25, 2003. Although she was pronounced dead at the hospital, she died in her dorm room. According to the EMT report, Kim was not breathing nor did she have a pulse when they arrived. They worked on her for an hour before transporting her to the hospital and shortly after arriving at the hospital, she was then pronounced dead. Kim consumed 20 to 24 shots of Citrus Vodka in a three to four hour period. Had the room mates known what to do, maybe Kim would be alive today.
With binge drinking on the rise, we feel it necessary to get the message out on the danger of alcohol, especially excessive alcohol consumed in a short period of time. Students are educated on drugs and alcohol but they will continue to experiment no matter what. We want to educate on what to do when a friend falls down or passes out from drinking. Often we want to put that person to bed to sleep it off and that is when the trouble can begin. Please read the card to find out what to do.
Thank you for visiting Kim’s Awareness and hope you will get the message out. |
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