Gym Closure Following Tragic Death of Young Woman in Rio de Janeiro

A 22-year-old woman, Dayane de Jesus, tragically died in a Rio de Janeiro gym on May 20th, 2025, after suffering a sudden illness. Witnesses reported a lack of essential first-aid equipment, including a defibrillator, at the facility. This incident highlights the importance of a 2021 law requiring gyms to have such equipment and trained personnel. "The gym didn't have anything to help her," stated a witness who wished to remain anonymous. Following the incident, the Civil Police ordered the gym's closure for non-compliance with safety regulations. This tragic event underscores the need for stricter enforcement of safety standards in fitness centers across Brazil to prevent similar occurrences.