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Baby Lali quickly became a global phenomenon

Baby Lali quickly became a global phenomenon
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When Lali was born with two faces, a condition known as Cranio Facial Duplication, the family had no idea of the impact it would have on their lives. Indian TV reports hailed Lali as a goddess and pilgrims from all over the country flocked to see her. Baby Lali quickly became a global phenomenon as networks beamed her story around the world. But within weeks Lali’s health started to deteriorate. She was loosing weight fast and became dangerously thin.

Lali Singh: the girl with two facesBaby Lali quickly became a global phenomenonAt six weeks old, baby Lali is failing to thriveDr D'Cruz wants to help Lali
People proclaim the baby to be a Hindu godDr D'Cruz is deeply concerned for Lali's healthThe Singh family now have to decide whether or not to accept Dr D'Cruz'z helpLali risks becoming malnurished
First the family decide to take in the harvestLali's family take her to the nearest accident and emergency departmentLali's parents become desparate about their daughter's failing conditionAt exactly two months old, Lali suffers a massive heart attack and dies
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