Mall security, doctor save elderly man's life

By HEATHER RAWLYK, Staff Writer

Published 04/26/09

A leisurely shopping trip to Westfield Annapolis mall on Wednesday afternoon nearly turned deadly for an elderly man when he suffered a heart attack in front of a Starbucks coffee shop.

But a quick-acting security team and a doctor gave the 83-year-old man a second chance at life with the use of an automated external defibrillator and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Jack Folkins of Annapolis was with his wife, Margaret, in front of the Starbucks near the JCPenney store just before 4:30 p.m. when he had the attack and collapsed on a sofa, according to mall security and county Fire Department officials.

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Great job! - 2009-04-27 10:47:11

So nice to read about something positive and people helping people when we need each other the most. Great job to all involved, thanks for showing that in our times of need, we will come forward to help each other.

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Heart Defibrillators Available To P - 2009-04-27 08:58:35

In the event of a medical emergency, having an automated external defibrillator (AED) readily available could mean the difference between life-and-death. For information about purchasing safe and easy-to-use AED's at the best pricing available, individuals are encouraged to contact LifeGuard Medical Solutions or visit them online.

Specializing in providing AED's to communities, businesses, schools and churches, LifeGuard Medical Solutions was formed as a champion of heart safety in response to the sudden cardiac arrest death of the founder's father in 1999. Their mission is to raise the public awareness of heart disease and "To Help Save Lives".

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Kudos! - 2009-04-26 18:25:34

To everyone involved. Good citizens all!

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Emma G. - West River, MD - Karma: Neutral

Life saved - 2009-04-26 15:10:54

The Security team and others did a fantastic job. It was handle professionally. Every minute counts and it was well done.

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Job Well Done!! - 2009-04-26 09:39:01

Thanks to all the quick acting folks that helped this couple. Hopefully, this will help kids to understand that Mall Security aren't just "rent a cops". :)

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