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Why has it taken so long to detect sepsis?
Senior Medical Negligence Solicitor, Christian Beadell has concerns ambulance services are not detecting sepsis. Christian’s comments are in response to the East of England Ambulance Service (EEAS) announcing software limitations mean some sepsis cas…
Are patient waiting times a result of NHS staff working against the odds?
Senior Litigation Executive, Tim Moulton believes patient waiting times are more important than ‘deflecting the issue with headline grabbing soundbites.’ For the first time, the average waiting time for a doctor’s appointment is over two weeks. Subse…
Is there a postcode lottery of care for Dementia patients?
Back in August 2016, the Department of Health said there is a ‘post code lottery of care for Dementia patients.’ This is a result of government data highlighting Dementia patients are being let down by local services across the country. Consequently,…
Unacceptable waiting times could see a rise in clinical negligence claims
Why are waiting lists so high? The reports Consultants are not working beyond their usual hours due to unexpected tax bills is extremely concerning. However, if Consultants continue to decrease their time in surgery then this will only negatively imp…
Julie O’Connor’s death must not prevent women taking smear tests
Patient Claim Line's Kate Lozynska says upskilling NHS pathologists can prevent future cervical cancer mistakes. Kate’s comments are in response to an inquest’s hearing into the death of Julie O’Connor. The 49-year-old nurse, from Thornbury, died fro…
Childbirth should be an exciting experience, not a punishment
Childbirth should be an exciting experience for all concerned, not a punishment says Katy Link. Katy, who has successfully represented more than 20 women in medical negligence cases, is responding to allegations that ‘some women are being denied pain…