Who Was Elizabeth Glaser
Elizabeth Glaser was an American author best known for her memoir "In the Absence of Angels." She married actor Paul Michael Glaser and became a prominent advocate for pediatric health issues.
Cause of Death
Elizabeth Glaser died on December 3, 1994, in Los Angeles. The cause of death was complications from AIDS, which she contracted through a blood transfusion during childbirth in 1981. Her case highlighted the risks of transfusion-transmitted HIV before widespread screening.
Legacy and Advocacy
Following her diagnosis, Glaser co-founded the Pediatric AIDS Foundation to support research and families affected by the disease. Her public battle helped accelerate funding for pediatric HIV studies. Learn more about her advocacy work through the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.
