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A 15-year-old girl is fighting for life after reportedly taking part in a viral online challenge, prompting urgent warnings from doctors and her devastated family. WARNING: Distressing content.
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Kimberley Braddish

Teen left brain dead after viral social media challenge

A 15-year-old girl is fighting for life after reportedly taking part in a viral online challenge, prompting urgent warnings from doctors and her devastated family. WARNING: Distressing content.

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