Heart-breaking video could save lives

Riley Hughes

Riley Hughes Source: SBS

The heart-breaking video of a newborn baby struggling to breathe, as whooping cough wracks his body, has been released by his parents in an effort to save lives.


Riley Hughes was only 32 days old when he succumbed to the disease.

 

His parents have been campaigning ever since to get pregnant women in their third trimester to be vaccinated against the disease.

 

The Hughes say they want to stop any other families or pregnant women from missing out on such important information.

 

Free vaccinations have been available Australia-wide since Riley's death for pregnant women in their third trimester.

 

His parents have been campaigning to promote the importance of vaccinations, and they're hoping the video will strengthen their message.

 






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