"Family Alleges Medical Negligence in Eddie Bernice Johnson's Death as Biden Attends Memorial Service"

The family of former Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, a civil rights icon, alleges she died due to medical neglect at the Baylor Institute of Rehabilitation in Fort Worth, Texas. They claim she was left unattended in her own feces, leading to an infection that caused her death. Despite a successful back surgery, the alleged improper wound care and neglect at the rehabilitation center resulted in her tragic passing. The family's statement highlights the broader issue of elder abuse and healthcare disparities affecting elderly Black Americans. Baylor Scott & White Health has expressed a commitment to working with the family but cited patient privacy in limiting their comments.