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Army Reserve Soldiers Credited with Saving Student Continue to Receive Thanks
August 30, 2025 — What began as an ordinary Friday night football game in Stuttgart quickly turned critical when Kaiserslautern High School player Aiden collapsed on the field. Two volunteer Army Reserve Soldiers — Lt. Col. Juanita Dubon, an Army nurse practitioner, and Staff Sgt. Stephen Burkham, an Army medic — rushed from the sidelines to provide emergency care. Known in the community as “Ms. Juanita” and “Coach Steven,” both had been longtime volunteers with Kaiserslautern athletics, serving as coaches and medical support. Their experience and quick response stabilized Aiden until German emergency crews arrived, giving him the chance to recover. Over the past year, Aiden has faced multiple surgeries but continues to improve, returning to the football field to thank those who stood by him. For Dubon and Burkham, recognition is humbling, but for the Kaiserslautern community, their service is a powerful reminder of the impact of volunteerism and readiness abroad... MORE

Kaiserslautern High School student Aiden, center, sits with his family and Staff Sgt. Stephen Burkham, right, and Lt. Col. Juanita Dubo, top, after returning to the football field months after a medical emergency during a game. Burkham and Dubon, both Army Reserve Soldiers, are credited with saving Aiden’s life through their volunteer medical support.

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