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Doctor warned Elizabeth Struhs would not be safe at home years before religious sect killed her by withdrawing medicine

Elizabeth, a type 1 diabetic, died at the age of eight from diabetic ketoacidosis on 7 January 2022, at her family home in…

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The Guardian reports: Elizabeth, a type 1 diabetic, died at the age of eight from diabetic ketoacidosis on 7 January 2022, at her family home in…

This health story centres on the United Kingdom. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Elizabeth Struhs, Toowoomba and Saints.

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United Kingdom · Europe
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The Guardian
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Key names
Elizabeth Struhs, Toowoomba, Saints, Queensland Children
Section
Health

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