On December 18th, 2025, a 19-month-old girl choked on a piece of hot dog at home. Her father was alone with her. He used NovaCare and dislodged the food immediately.
"I cut the hot dog into small pieces like you’re supposed to, but she shoved a few in her mouth at once. She started gagging and then went completely silent. Her face was turning red. I didn’t hesitate. I grabbed the NovaCare from the kitchen cabinet, placed it on her face, and pressed. The hot dog came out on the first press. She threw up all over me and I didn’t care — she was breathing. My wife wasn’t home. It was just me and my daughter. I didn’t have to Google anything, didn’t have to remember some technique I learned years ago. I just pressed one button. That’s why every parent needs this. Especially when you’re the only one home."
— Marcus L.