Overvektige pax et problem for heli-amulansene

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"There's been a real increase in the size and girth of some of the patients we've been asked to transport," said Mardie Rhodes, a spokeswoman for the nonprofit air ambulance service.

Beginning Friday, Airlift Northwest began asking hospitals to fill out a special form when requesting transport for anyone weighing more than 250 pounds. The form asks for more information in such cases, including the measurements of the patient's abdomen when lying down.

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