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Cambridge Grad Dies After Rejecting Chemo for Beliefs
6/23/2025
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- Paloma Shemirani, a bright 23-year-old Cambridge graduate, tragically lost her battle with cancer after rejecting chemotherapy, swayed by her mother, Kate Shemirani, known for her controversial anti-vaccine beliefs. Despite an 80% chance of survival, Paloma's choice led to her untimely death in July 2024, with an inquest into her passing scheduled for next month.
