Catholic influencer's 5-year-old son dies after contracting flu

Catholic influencer's 5-year-old son dies after contracting flu

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Key Points:

  • Catholic influencer Paul Kim announced that his 5-year-old son, Micah, died on New Year’s Eve after battling a severe and rare case of the flu for 11 days, which led to sepsis and seizures.
  • Micah was hospitalized on Dec. 21 following a medical emergency and was placed on life support, with doctors describing his condition as one of the most horrific cases of the virus they had seen.
  • Kim shared frequent updates on Instagram, including videos of Micah unconscious in the hospital, and expressed gratitude for the prayers and support from his followers during this difficult time.
  • In his final update, Kim said Micah was in a coma before passing away and emphasized his role as a father to fight for