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Fatal Cost of Viral Challenges: Two Children Dead, Teen in Critical Condition
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50% centerFirst reported by Ynet · 5 days ago
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What happened
Two recent U.S. cases have highlighted the deadly risks of viral online challenges, including the deaths of a 9-year-old Texas girl and a 12-year-old New York boy. A 15-year-old girl was also hospitalized in critical condition after taking a dangerous drug dose for a social media challenge.
- 01Two children died in the U.S. after taking part in viral online challenges.
- 02A 15-year-old girl was hospitalized in critical condition after a drug challenge.
- 03Experts say teenagers seek belonging and visibility, not just danger.
- 04Parents are urged to discuss online safety regularly and build trust.
- 05The blackout challenge can cause brain damage, injury, or death.
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