A HEROIC schoolboy has been rewarded after calling for an ambulance while his mum was suffering an epileptic fit.
Nine-year-old Shaun Ramsay, who has trisomy 8 mosaicism, dialled 999 and let paramedics into his Elderslie home last December when mum Anne suddenly collapsed in their living room.
As a reward for his bravery, the youngster, who is a pupil at St David’s Primary, in Johnstone, was invited to the Scottish Ambulance Service West SORT (Special Operations Teams) station in Linwood on Saturday as a special guest.
Proud mum Anne told The Gazette: “The day was brilliant and everyone there all made a big fuss of Shaun.
“He really enjoyed being able to roleplay with the crew members he met at the depot.
“He now wants to be a paramedic, firefighter or police officer.”
Trisomy 8 mosaicism is a rare condition that affects human chromosomes.
Symptoms vary considerably but can include speech or learning delays.
Shaun said his trip to the Linwood depot was “so exciting.”
“I loved being the boss for the day,” he added.
“The off-road vehicle was so much fun and I even got to rescue someone.
“I enjoyed seeing the new fire engine and getting to sit on a police motorbike.”
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