Former first lady Barbara Bush, 92, 'in failing health'

09:41, April 16, 2018

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  Former first lady Barbara Bush, 92, 'in failing health'

  Former first lady Barbara Bush is in "failing health," the office of former president George H Bush (L) says (Photo: AFP)Former US first lady Barbara Bush is in "failing health" after a series of hospitalizations and "has decided not to seek additional medical treatment," her husband's office said in a statement Sunday.It said that Mrs Bush, after consulting with relatives

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  Former first lady Barbara Bush dies at 92

  File PhotoAccording to the Associated Press，a family spokesman says former first lady Barbara Bush has died at the age of 92."A former First Lady of the United States of America and relentless proponent of family literacy, Barbara Pierce Bush passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at the age of 92," said a statement from the office of George H.W. Bush.

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  Presidents, first ladies praise Barbara Bush’s dedication

  (Photo: AP)Presidents, first ladies and many others who knew Barbara Bush are praising her devotion to the nation, her family and literacy.President Donald Trump said among Mrs. Bush’s greatest achievements “was recognizing the importance of literacy as a fundamental family value that requires nurturing and protection. She will be long remembered for her strong devotion to country and family, both