Former boxing world champion Mia St. John, shared the tragic story of her son’s death while in rehab in a heartfelt message. Julian St. John died after he tragically killed himself, just two weeks into rehab in 2014. This news came as a shock to many.
The message was a call to action, urging rehab centers to take better care of those struggling with addiction and mental health issues. Moreover, she was also not shy to call out the medical center for not taking proper care of her son while he was struggling with severe substance issues.
Mia St. John sounds off on the medical center for not taking proper care of her late son
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In the post, she claimed that her son was neglected, like many others before him. She also made some bold claims about the medical center falsifying records after her son’s death urging people trying to get better to not give up.
“My son died just 2 weeks into rehab trying to get #sober He was neglected like so many trying to get help. He took his life in his bathroom. Staff left him unattended for 2 hours, then even falsified the records. For all of us trying to stay sober, your life matters” she wrote.
My son died just 2 weeks into rehab trying to get #sober He was neglected like so many trying to get help. He took his life in his bathroom. Staff left him unattended for 2 hours, then even falsified the records. For all of us trying to stay sober, your life matters 🙏🏼#odaat
— Mia St. John (@MiaStJohnBoxer) April 6, 2023
St. John’s message has struck a chord with many who have lost loved ones to addiction or mental health issues. It has also highlighted the need for more resources and support for those who are struggling with these illnesses. Like John’s son, many people including boxing legend Mike Tyson have struggled with substance issues. Unfortunately, her son was not able to beat this addiction. However, it seems that the former champion might have gotten some justice, as she revealed the result of her battle with the medical center.
St. John wins the legal battle against the medical center
A user named @mkgoblue asked St, John asked which facility it was so that she could offer any help. The former champion then revealed that she had already sued the center and won a legal battle against them. However, she also revealed that the center is continuing business as usual.
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We sued and won. They’ve had many lawsuits but continue business as usual. La Casa in Long Beach
— Mia St. John (@MiaStJohnBoxer) April 6, 2023
St. John’s message is a powerful reminder that those who are struggling with addiction and mental health issues are not alone. It is also a call to action for rehab facilities to take better care of those in their care. In addition, it is important for rehab facilities to provide a safe and supportive environment for those struggling with these issues. This includes adequate staffing, proper training for staff, and a commitment to providing the best care possible.
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What did you think about St. John calling out the rehab center for the poor treatment of her late son? Let us know in the comments below.
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