WHAT if anything will the NHS do to help the parents of the deceased baby come to terms with their loss.
who could we speak to to find out what will the NHS do now.
2006-10-15 23:29:46 · 17 answers · asked by Roy S 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
They could start by giving you more information.
Streptococcus is a bacteria not a virus - whoever has been dealing with you obviously does not know what they are talking about.
At your hospital there should be a group of volunteers called PALS (Patient Advice and Liason Service) they will have a kind ear and be able to point you in the direction of the people you need to get in touch with such as bereavement counsellors etc.
Sorry for your loss
2006-10-15 23:40:39 · answer #1 · answered by Danno 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Abraham Abram Ezekiel Solomon Abel Adam Uriah Matthew Luke Micah Israel Joseph Reuben Judah Asher Aaron Moses Peter Joshua James Isaac Ishmael Abner Timothy Thaddeus Thomas Michael Levi Gideon
2016-12-13 09:08:49 · answer #2 · answered by pfeifer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your loss must be awful but I think you may be hitting out in anger and may regret it later. You should ask your GP to put you in contact with CRUSE, a national charity who specialise in bereavement counselling. The NHS can't exist to stop the actions of bacteria, I'm sure they did all they could and the outcome is obviously tragic.
You should be able to get some input and help from a Health Visitor too. As sad as this all is I really don't think it is going to help you long term, to look for someone or something to blame.
2006-10-15 23:45:58 · answer #3 · answered by bumbleboi 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm really sorry to hear about your loss. That is dreadful.
You need to ascertain that it was negligence - people do get sick and die. That is the way of the world. My daughter is at the moment battling with a Strep infection as well. I'd hate to think she can die from it. But you can, as obviously you've found out.
Speak to your doctor for additional help. The NHS has always helped me, but there are limits to medicine and what it can do.
2006-10-15 23:52:36 · answer #4 · answered by True Blue Brit 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Docotrs cannot be expected to save every life that comes into the hospital - every medical procedure has risks. It must be difficult to come to terms with any death of a friend/relative - and more so for your own child - but don't use this experience to become bitter towards the NHS/doctors/nurses/etc. Instead try and see the fragility of human life as a reason to enjoy and make the most out of your own life.
See your GP to set you up with counsellors, who can see you through this difficult time.
2006-10-15 23:42:52 · answer #5 · answered by dumberthangeorgebush 5 · 7⤊ 0⤋
don't know but prevention and early diognition is very important if the NHS did not diagnose this they were in neglect at it is quite common and not a unusual birth issue I'm sorry for your loss but don't know if this will help think it maybe just one of those unfortunate pieces of life know its not going to help but I do care so sorry my mum has similar pro which also occurs in the elderly and getting them to take responsibility is an upward struggle the NHS close ranks unfortunatly
2006-10-19 13:05:53 · answer #6 · answered by bobonumpty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so very sorry for your loss. I buried a baby and I know how tough it is. I think it is natural to try to find blame for such a tragic loss, and if you truely feel there was medical negligence you need to hire a lawyer. If you are just needing bereavment help, contact SHARE... it is an infant loss support group that is amazing!1 Good luck
2006-10-16 03:06:33 · answer #7 · answered by pamnjacksmommy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First let me say how very sorry i am for your loss.
Speak to your gp, they are the best first point of contact for anything regarding the NHS. They may be able to help with whatever the next step may be regarding grief. As for complaints I would write directly to the health minister or your local mp. they may be able to start an investigation.
2006-10-15 23:33:43 · answer #8 · answered by Andromeda Newton™ 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Can i first say how sorry i am to hear about losing your baby.All medical staff do try there hardest to save any patient what ever the age.Go to your gp and he should be able to refer you to the right people and he will help you as much as he can as they deal wih this all the time.Good Luck
2006-10-16 00:27:00 · answer #9 · answered by Sexy Red 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
write to chief executive of hospital. I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine how you must feel.
2006-10-17 03:48:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋