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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Martha McHardy

What is the Benadryl challenge? New TikTok challenge that’s left 13-year-old dead

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A 13-year-old boy has died in Ohio after taking part in a viral TikTok challenge.

Jacob Stevens died last week, six days after attempting the Benadryl challenge, which involves consuming large quantities of Benadryl, an over-the-counter allergy medication.

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