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        "id": 1948521,
        "msgid": "do-not-joke-about-pulling-chairs-at-school-it-can-lead-to-death-1788072769",
        "date": "2026-08-30 12:47:22",
        "title": "Do Not Joke About Pulling Chairs at School; It Can Lead to Death",
        "author": "Qommarria Rostanti",
        "source": "REPUBLIKA",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Social Policy",
        "summary": "A 17-year-old high school student in West Sumatra has tragically passed away following a 'chair-pulling' prank at school. Medical experts warn that such actions can cause fatal spinal cord injuries and permanent paralysis.",
        "content": "<p>The \u2018chair-pulling\u2019 prank has claimed another victim. This time, a\nhigh school student identified by the initials Cipa (17), from Pariaman,\nWest Sumatra, was reported to have died in August 2026 due to severe\ninjuries sustained after being the victim of a chair-pulling prank by a\nclassmate at school.<\/p>\n<p>Responding to this incident, Dr Putro S Muhammad, a physician and\nSecretary General of the Central Board of the Indonesian Healthcare\nFacilities Association (HIFDI), stated that pulling a chair while\nsomeone is about to sit is extremely dangerous as it can cause serious\ninjuries, including to the spine. Spinal injuries can be fatal because\nthe spinal cord serves as the primary pathway for nerves from the brain\nto the rest of the body. These nerves also play a role in regulating\nvital functions, including breathing and heart rate.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen a fracture or displacement of the vertebrae occurs due to\ninjury, it can press upon or damage the spinal cord. This condition can\nlead to permanent paralysis, respiratory failure, and even death,\u201d said\nDr Putro when contacted by Republika on Friday (28\/08\/2026).<\/p>\n<p>The dangers of falling are also significant. Data from the World\nHealth Organization (WHO) records approximately 684,000 deaths due to\nfalls every year worldwide. Falls are the second leading cause of death\nfrom unintentional injuries. More than 80 per cent of these deaths occur\nin low- and middle-income countries, including Indonesia.<\/p>\n<p>Dr Putro emphasised the importance of proper early intervention to\nprevent injuries from worsening. According to him, after a victim falls,\ntheir body should not be moved immediately. It is essential to ensure\nthat the position of the head and neck remains aligned to prevent\nfurther injury.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEarly intervention is crucial. The correct procedure is to not move\nthe victim, keep the head and neck aligned, immediately contact medical\nassistance (119), and do not provide any food or drink,\u201d said Dr\nPutro.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/do-not-joke-about-pulling-chairs-at-school-it-can-lead-to-death-1788072769",
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