Brain Death vs. True Death: The Case of Jahi McMath

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by Church Militant • ChurchMilitant.com • May 26, 2015

When is a person truly dead?

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When is a person truly dead? The case of Jahi McMath highlights the contentious debate surrounding this issue.

Written by Christine Niles. Originally aired on Mic'd Up—"Death Too Soon" (5/27/2015).

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