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Teen Dies After Rare Flu Complication
20 Feb
Summary
- A high school student died from a rare flu complication.
- The teen suffered cardiac arrest while recovering at home.
- Community members have started a fundraiser for the family.
A devastating loss has struck the South Paulding High School community. A student, Bailey Cruse, died earlier this week from an extremely rare complication of the flu. Her parents shared that Bailey initially presented with typical flu symptoms but later suffered cardiac arrest while recovering at home.
Despite her father's immediate efforts, Bailey sustained severe brain damage and ultimately passed away at a local hospital. School officials expressed their deep condolences to the Cruse family and announced that support staff would be available on campus to help students cope with the tragedy.
The community is rallying around the Cruse family, establishing a fundraiser to provide financial assistance during this incredibly painful period.
