A British-born teacher from Manchester is in a critical condition in a Dubai hospital after suffering a stillbirth, with medical expenses exceeding £100,000. Zoey Campbell-Lowndes, who was 30 weeks pregnant, and her partner Kevin received the news that their baby boy had died in Dubai. Following a Caesarean section to deliver the baby, her family say her health has declined significantly.
Intensive care and organ failure
Zoey has spent three days in intensive care and is currently in an induced coma, according to a fundraiser reported by the Manchester Evening News. “Her liver and kidneys are failing, and she has suffered two episodes of internal bleeding. She has required blood transfusions and dialysis, and her condition remains extremely serious,” the fundraiser read.
Insurance gap and financial strain
Zoey’s birth plan insurance does not cover her care, as it covers the baby but not medical emergencies involving the mother. The operations and continuing care have placed an overwhelming financial strain on the family, with expenses already exceeding £100,000.
More than 1,500 people have contributed to raise almost £80,000 towards the medical bills.
Family plea for support
“We never imagined finding ourselves in this position,” the family said. “Our family is grieving the loss of a precious little boy while desperately hoping and praying that Zoey will pull through. Having to worry about the cost of medical treatment on top of such an unimaginable loss is something no family should ever have to face.”
“We never imagined we would have to ask for help like this, but right now, we are holding on to hope for Zoey. We want to give her every possible chance to recover and come home to the people who love her,” they added. Donations are being accepted to support the family.
