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Marrakech • June 03, 2026 • 2 min read

Italian Paramedics Save 13-Month-Old Baby's Life During Flight

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Italian Paramedics Save 13-Month-Old Baby's Life During Flight

In a remarkable incident that underscores the importance of quick medical response, two Italian paramedics saved the life of a 13-month-old infant who suffered a severe respiratory arrest aboard a direct flight from Bergamo, Italy, to Marrakech, Morocco. The paramedics, Riccardo Marchetto and Ilaria Valentini, sprang into action immediately after the flight crew issued a distress call due to the child’s sudden health crisis, as reported by Italian media outlets.

According to available information, the infant's family suspected that he was experiencing a blockage in his airways, potentially linked to a seizure triggered by a high fever. Upon assessing the situation, the paramedics initiated emergency measures specifically tailored for pediatric patients. This included clearing the airways and providing the necessary resuscitation. Their swift and decisive actions proved crucial, as the child was able to regain his breathing within minutes of their intervention, thus averting serious complications that could have endangered his life.

Upon the aircraft's arrival at Marrakech Airport, medical teams were on standby to transport the child for further examinations and essential treatments, ensuring that he received the comprehensive care he required.

As reported by ar.yabiladi.com.

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