Toddler dies after hospital medication error: lawsuit
A Florida family is suing a hospital after their two-year-old son died, alleging a doctor's decimal point error led to a fatal potassium overdose. Read the full tragic story.
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Toddler dies after hospital decimal point error
A two-year-old boy with special needs died after a misplaced decimal point caused a tenfold medication overdose at a Florida hospital, sparking a wrongful death lawsuit.
Father in coma after stroke misdiagnosed as drunkenness
A 22-year-old expectant father is fighting for his life in a coma after paramedics dismissed his stroke symptoms as drunkenness. His partner, weeks from giving birth, faces motherhood alone.
Pathologist dies after hospital medication error
Distinguished pathologist Dr Paul Miller tragically died from a medication overdose after hospital staff administered the wrong drug following a routine procedure at West Suffolk Hospital.
Police fined £5,400 for blocking medical cannabis patient
In a landmark legal ruling, Queensland Police face substantial penalties after preventing a registered medical marijuana patient from using his prescribed treatment during a vehicle search, raising crucial questions about patient rights and law enforcemen
Hospital probe after baby declared stillborn found alive
An urgent independent investigation has been launched into a major hospital trust after a baby pronounced stillborn was discovered to be alive, raising serious concerns about maternity safety protocols and patient care standards.
Australian students studied wrong Caesar in exam blunder
Thousands of Australian students faced the wrong Shakespeare text in their final English exam, raising serious questions about educational oversight and assessment integrity.
The 1% Club issues on-air apology after technical fault
ITV's popular quiz show The 1% Club was forced to issue an on-air apology after a technical failure left viewers confused during Saturday night's broadcast. The incident occurred during a crucial question about a fictional company's profits.
Mum's 'low iron' was actually terminal cancer
Jennifer Cahill's persistent fatigue was dismissed as iron deficiency, but the devastating truth revealed stage four bowel cancer that had spread throughout her body.
BT engineer error causes false paedophile accusations
A catastrophic broadband installation error by a BT engineer led to three people being wrongly investigated for child sex offences after internet connections were accidentally crossed.
Turkish Organ Harvest Scandal: Dad 'Was Still Alive'
A British man alleges Turkish medical staff attempted to harvest his father's organs before he was clinically dead, sparking an international medical ethics scandal and Foreign Office investigation.
Medical error after dog attack kills Miami man
A Florida man has died following a catastrophic medical error after surviving a vicious dog attack, raising serious questions about emergency response protocols.
Worker quits after stranger keeps his wrongly sent salary
A UK office worker accidentally transferred his entire salary to a stranger's account instead of his savings - then made a life-changing decision when the recipient refused to return the money.
Elderly cancer patient dies after hospital discharge error
A devastating hospital blunder led to the death of Margaret 'Peggy' Mckay, 90, who was discharged with paracetamol despite suffering from undiagnosed cancer and sepsis.
Diabetic dad's medication mix-up horror
A family's terrifying ordeal after a diabetic emergency leads to accidental use of wrong medication. Exclusive interview reveals how common medical devices caused dangerous confusion.
Man Pronounced Dead Wakes Up 7 Hours Later in Mortuary
In a story that defies belief, a Cornwall man declared deceased by paramedics awoke seven hours later in a hospital mortuary. This chilling account reveals a catastrophic medical error and a miraculous survival.
"Pulled Muscle" Was Actually Deadly Sepsis: Mum's Warning
A mother's routine doctor's visit for a 'pulled muscle' turned into a life-threatening sepsis nightmare. Read her harrowing story and learn the crucial signs that everyone must know to avoid a similar misdiagnosis.
DWP pension error leaves retirees facing financial ruin
Exclusive investigation reveals a devastating DWP blunder has underpaid state pensions for decades, leaving vulnerable pensioners out of pocket by tens of thousands of pounds.
London Tube Station Mysteriously Vanishes from Google Maps
A central London Tube station has mysteriously disappeared from Google Maps, leaving commuters baffled and sparking conspiracy theories across the capital.
Aldi Apologises for Payroll Error Clawing Back Staff Wages
Aldi has issued a grovelling apology to its employees after a major payroll error led to the supermarket wrongfully clawing back wages from hundreds of staff members' accounts.
Emmerdale Fans Fume Over 'Ridiculous' Police Blunder
Fans of the ITV soap spot a major continuity error as Tom King's dramatic arrest unfolds, leaving them questioning the show's attention to detail.
NHS Surgeon Axed After Wrong Leg Amputation Horror
A senior NHS surgeon has been suspended following a catastrophic surgical error that led to the amputation of a patient's healthy leg. The devastating mistake occurred at a major UK hospital, raising serious questions about patient safety protocols.
Morrisons shopper finds just one mince pie in multipack box
A Morrisons customer was left stunned after discovering her box of mince pies intended for six contained just a single pastry. The supermarket has apologised and launched an investigation into the packaging error.
Brit's Turkey Holiday Nightmare After 7:30am Flight Booking Error
A British tourist's dream holiday to Turkey turned into a frantic nightmare after a catastrophic booking error saw her morning alarm coincide with her flight's departure time. Discover how a single-digit mistake led to a costly travel disaster.
Rare misprinted 20p coin could be worth £200
A rare 20p coin featuring a unique and subtle misprint from the Royal Mint is now highly sought after by collectors, with some versions selling for nearly £200 online. Discover how to spot this valuable error in your pocket change.
Mirror Corrects Erroneous Marc Citron Obituary
The Daily Mirror has published a prominent correction after its obituary for US music executive Marc Citron falsely stated he had worked with David Bowie.
Ted Lasso Fans Stunned By Major Finale Plot Hole
Eagle-eyed Ted Lasso viewers have uncovered a significant continuity error in the show's finale surrounding Keeley Jones's PR firm funding, leaving fans questioning the beloved series' attention to detail.
Webb Admits VAR Error Denied Chelsea Penalty vs Fulham
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has confirmed a significant VAR error occurred, wrongly denying Chelsea a first-half penalty in their recent Premier League clash against Fulham.
Howard Webb Confirms VAR Error in Chelsea vs Fulham Match
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has conceded a major VAR error, confirming Chelsea were wrongly denied a penalty during their Premier League match against Fulham. Exclusive details on the refereeing controversy.
Premier League admits TWO VAR errors in Chelsea vs Man Utd
The Premier League has been forced into a humiliating apology after two major VAR errors robbed Chelsea of clear penalties in their dramatic 4-3 defeat to Manchester United.
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