JEHOVAHS WITNESS

Nov 18 2025HEALTH

Helping Jehovah's Witnesses with Bone Injuries: A Medical Puzzle

Jehovah's Witnesses face a tough spot when it comes to treating severe bone injuries. Their beliefs about blood transfusions make things tricky for doctors. Not all Jehovah's Witnesses agree on what's okay when it comes to blood loss. Over time, new medicines and treatments have come up. These include drugs that help make more blood cells and stop bleeding. Also, the...

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

A Unique Medical Journey: Navigating Surgery Without Blood Transfusions

In a remarkable case, a 68-year-old patient, who follows the Jehovah's Witness faith, faced a tough health challenge. This person had a condition called chronic pulmonary thromboembolism, which means they had blood clots in their lungs. They also had other health issues, making their situation more complex. The patient needed a major surgery called pulmonary thrombo...

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Sep 15 2024RELIGION

Russia's War on Faith: The Unjust Crackdown on Jehovah's Witnesses

The Russian government's relentless persecution of Jehovah's Witnesses has reached new heights, with nine men sentenced to prison terms of between three and seven years for practicing their religious beliefs. The latest victims of this draconian crackdown are a stark reminder of the Kremlin's extreme intolerance towards peaceful worship. On Tuesday, Judge Andrey Sla...

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Sep 15 2024RELIGION

Michael Jackson's 'Smooth Criminal' Video: The Unlikely Reason Behind His Religious Departure

Michael Jackson's music career was marked by many controversies, but few know about the significant impact his music videos had on his faith. As a Jehovah's Witness, his artistic expression often conflicted with the religious doctrine. The 1982 music video for "Thriller" was initially met with criticism from some members of his faith, who deemed it "Satanic." A discl...

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