'Christina's Law' Passes Del. Senate
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LEWES, De. - It's been almost three years since 14-year old Christina Atkins passed away after a visit to the Beebe Medical Center. The young girl collapsed in a hospital bathroom, and with the doors being locked, hospital staff members were unable to gain access for ten minutes. In the aftermath of this ordeal, the state house has now taken action to pass a bill called "Christina's Law."
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