BURNSVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A local family is demanding answers after their three-year-old needed emergency brain surgery, but the system meant to help couldn’t.
Pediatric units were full, air crews were grounded, and transports were unavailable.
News 13 investigates the gaps that expose vulnerabilities and underscores why every family with specialized health care needs should have a plan B.
AMELIA’S HEALTH EMERGENCY
“She is one of a kind,” said Stephen Prater, sitting in his Yancey County living room, holding his three-year-old daughter, Amelia. “She is very vocal when she doesn’t get her way. Very outgoing,” and “Hey,” said Amelia softly. “Wild,” continued Stephen, smiling at his daughter. “Hey,” he said back to her…