Woman in Australia dies after drinking at a wellness retreat | Global News

A tragic incident has occurred at a wellness retreat in Australia, where a woman has died after consuming a drink. The incident took place at a wellness centre in the Victorian town of Clunes, known for its alternative and holistic health services such as sound healing and tarot reading.

Paramedics were called to the scene late on Saturday night, where they found the 53-year-old woman in critical condition. Despite their efforts, she passed away at the scene. Two other individuals who had also consumed the drink were taken to the hospital for observation but were later discharged.

Authorities are now investigating whether the drink consumed by the woman contained mushrooms, which may have contributed to her death. The wellness centre, identified as Soul Barn, is at the center of the investigation.

This tragic incident comes at a time when Australia has made headlines for its progressive approach to mental health treatment. Last year, the country became the first to allow psychiatrists to prescribe psychedelics like MDMA and psilocybin for patients with depression and PTSD.

Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward as they continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the woman’s death. The community is left shocked and saddened by this unexpected tragedy, and the family of the deceased woman is yet to be named.