Fewer Gaston infant deaths in 2016 marked decline
Gaston County recorded 15 infant deaths in 2016 down from 20 in 2015, with officials noting that the rate of 5.9 per 1000 live births lags behind the statewide 7.9. Health leaders cite education poverty and transportation as factors and push for continued community collaboration to improve outcomes.
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Saving lives on the line in Gaston 911 calls
The Gaston County dispatch center handles about 147000 calls, with crisis calls testing responders. A trainee, James Wilson, stayed on the line during a woman’s suicide attempt, while veteran dispatcher Jenni fer Reynolds recalls another case of an elderly man who killed himself on a call, underscoring the emotional toll and uncertainty in dispatcher work.
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United Way seeks sponsors to grant Christmas Wishes
United Way focuses on sponsors after the application period ends. Volunteers urge donations or shopping help for underprivileged families. The program aims to complete wishes by December 11 with pickup beginning mid month, and the United Way will match donors with applicants.
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