A tragic incident occurred in Brazil where a 3-year-old boy named João Emanuel died after choking on a lollipop. The child’s parents, upon noticing that he was showing signs of asphyxiation, drove approximately 17 kilometers from their home in the Pitangueiras district of Prados to the nearest health unit in Barroso, hoping to get immediate help. Unfortunately, the boy arrived at the hospital unconscious and with a suspected cardiac arrest.

Medical staff at the Instituto Nossa Senhora do Carmo attempted resuscitation and other emergency procedures to clear the child's airway, yet despite following emergency protocols and advanced support measures, they were unable to revive him. The hospital later confirmed that the child succumbed to his condition shortly after being admitted to the emergency room, highlighting the immediate dangers associated with choking hazards in young children.

The community mourns the loss of João Emanuel, whose funeral took place shortly thereafter, reflecting the deep emotional impact this tragic event has had not just on the family but the surrounding community as well. This incident raises awareness about the importance of child safety, particularly regarding food items that can pose choking hazards.