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Tragic Outcome: Conjoined Twin Tom Dies After Surgery

12/8/2025

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Conjoined twins Tom and Sawong from Papua New Guinea were airlifted to Sydney for urgent separation surgery after Tom's health declined.
Born October 9, 2025, they had been receiving care in Port Moresby.
Tom died shortly after the seven-hour separation surgery at Sydney Children's Hospital.
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister confirmed the government would cover the twins' medical expenses.
Families in both countries are urged to pray for Sawong's recovery.

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Conjoined twins Tom and Sawong from Papua New Guinea were airlifted to Sydney for urgent separation surgery after Tom's health declined.
Born October 9, 2025, they had been receiving care in Port Moresby.
Tom died shortly after the seven-hour separation surgery at Sydney Children's Hospital.
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister confirmed the government would cover the twins' medical expenses.
Families in both countries are urged to pray for Sawong's recovery.