When Joan Rivers passed away on September 4, little did we know about the conditions that ultimately lead to her death. According to a report released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, a series of medical and management errors took place during Rivers’ medical treatment. Rivers, 81, went to Yorkville Endoscopy on Aug. 28 for a laryngoscopy and gastrointestinal endoscopy. But … [Read more...]
Joan River’s Funeral in New York: A Send-Off Befitting a Superstar
The world of comedy lost another star this year. Joan Rivers, one of the pioneers of stand-up comedy has passed away on September 4 due to throat surgery complications. Even in death, Joan Rivers had her way: she received a send-off befitting a superstar. On Sunday morning, a legion of celebrities, family members and friends accompanied Joan Rivers, 81, on her last journey. Some of the notable … [Read more...]