Scheinin, however, maintains that the tragedy may have been avoided. Her system contained no illicit substances or alcohol.
According to the coroner’s inquiry, 90 prescription bottles were discovered at the couple’s bedside, some of which were in “third party names.”
This excessive amount of medicine, however, suggested obvious abuse. Scheinin adds that Murphy’s anemia, which was partly caused by significant blood loss from heavy periods, might have been readily managed.
“She just needed to see a doctor, who most likely would have ordered blood transfusions for her right away.
At death, her red blood cell count, or hematocrit, was essentially so low that it was incompatible with life. I’m shocked that she lived that long.
Regrettably, speculation around Murphy’s death still dominates her memory and obscures the accomplishments of the bright young lady whose career never quite achieved its full potential.
