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Why the case of Jahi McMath is important for understanding the role of race for black patients

  • Written by Yolonda Wilson, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Howard University
A photo of Jahi McMath shown at her funeral service at Acts Full Gospel Church in Oakland, Calif.AP Photo/Jeff Chiu

California teenager Jahi McMath, who suffered catastrophic brain injury as a result of a routine tonsil surgery, died on June 22, 2018.

Her death came after four years of her family fighting in court to continue her care in...

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