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Family says woman died after leaving hospital over fears she faced 25-hour wait

A woman named Briar Parfitt passed away in her vehicle alongside her teenage daughter while they were en route to another hospital. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon. According to family reports, Parfitt had left a hospital due to concerns about facing a 25-hour waiting period. The circumstances surrounding her death are under investigation, and further details are expected as more information becomes available.

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Family says woman died after leaving hospital over fears she faced 25-hour wait

A woman named Briar Parfitt passed away in her vehicle alongside her teenage daughter while they were en route to another hospital. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon. According to family reports, Parfitt had left a hospital due to concerns about facing a 25-hour waiting period. The circumstances surrounding her death are under investigation, and further details are expected as more information becomes available.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of an individual's death without apparent ideological framing or emphasis on political aspects. It does not take a stance on healthcare policies or political issues related to hospital waiting times, focusing solely on the event itself.

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