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Lazarus Syndrome describes people who suffer a traumatic event and are declared dead by a medical professional but experience spontaneous resuscitation. In The Lazarus Syndrome: Why Can't I Die? by Jaime Reyes, he talks about this phenomenon and his experience with it. His first encounter was when he was born and several other episodes during his life. Another thing that played a significant role in shaping his life was people's reactions to this event like his overly religious mother making him wear a religious habit and keep long hair during his youth. Lazarus Syndrome might be common but is highly underreported. Many people who experience it pass on soon, but around 35% recover without any significant neurological damage. Jaime also explores other concepts like how culture and religion influence how we perceive dying and what to expect after we die.
Jaime Reyes does not disappoint in Lazarus Syndrome. As a medic, this thought-provoking work evokes various emotions, thoughts, medical-legal issues, and ethical constraints that arise from these situations and why many healthcare professionals hesitate to report them. It also got me thinking about the importance of evidence-based practice by legal practitioners. I loved the many examples Jamie provided, making the book very effective in passing on the intended message, and the numerous references also form a basis for further research. The reader will appreciate the articulate writing and how the various concepts are easy to grasp, making the book accessible to all levels of readers. I look forward to reading something else by this author.
