Jehovah's Witnesses relax blood transfusion rules after fatal delay for Isaac Valdez

Jehovah's Witnesses relax blood transfusion rules after fatal delay for Isaac Valdez

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Jehovah's Witness leaders have relaxed their strict rules regarding blood transfusions. However, this change occurred 23 days after Isaac Valdez refused life-saving treatment due to his religious beliefs, resulting in a tragic outcome. The timing highlights the impact of religious policies on medical decisions.

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