You could read his post as him living with constant threats of victimization (this is how I read your comment) but it applies equally well to medical emergencie

You could read his post as him living with constant threats of victimization (this is how I read your comment) but it applies equally well to medical emergencies. I happened to be in such a situation once and it was stressful enough with medical guidance on the phone and assurances that the ambulance was on its way I will not risk to have to face such a situation alone or have to leave a person in distress just to call for help