A Jehovah’s Witness mother tragically passed away after reportedly refusing a life-saving blood transfusion, as revealed by a netizen identified as @MrsZanga, who shared that the deceased was her cousin.
According to the account, the woman, a mother of three, declined the critical medical procedure due to her religious beliefs as a Jehovah’s Witness, which prohibit blood transfusions. Despite the potential to save her life, she chose to adhere to her faith’s teachings.
@MrsZanga shared her grief online, saying:
“My cousin died this morning, leaving behind 3 kids. The youngest is 4 years old.
What killed her? She refused blood transfusions because she’s a Jehovah’s Witness.”
The incident has sparked varied reactions online:
@Allezamani commented: “This insanity still happens?”
@highchart expressed condolences but focused on the children, saying: “Sorry for your loss. I don’t pity, but the kids she left behind. God will guide them and keep them. They will be alright if the uncles and aunties are good people to fend for them.”
@MrsZanga responded with concern about family dynamics: “My fear is that the siblings are not even talking to themselves. They’re all Jehovah’s Witnesses too, but they’ve been in malice with each other for years. I don’t even understand the part of the Bible they study.”
@beaubobritton shared a similar experience in the ER, explaining how a colleague persuaded a patient to accept a transfusion, ultimately saving her life.
@ShedakpePerson recounted a family incident where a doctor secretly administered blood despite the family’s refusal, which saved the patient’s life.
The situation highlights ongoing debates around faith, medical ethics, and the challenges faced by families in such circumstances.
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