Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry Reveals Tragic Case of a Cancer Patient

Testimony of a Tragic Death

A 38-year-old cancer patient who contracted COVID-19 was reportedly pressured five times in a day to sign a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order. Despite refusing to sign, he passed away after being administered a combination of midazolam and morphine, typically used for end-of-life care. His wife, Lianne Menzies, shared this heartbreaking story during Scotland’s COVID-19 inquiry.

Medical Commentator Sheds Light on the Case

John Campbell, Ph.D., a medical commentator, shared this tragic testimony on his YouTube show. The story is part of his coverage of Scotland’s ongoing COVID-19 Inquiry, which includes testimonies from government officials and Scottish citizens affected by the country's COVID-19 response. The independent inquiry is investigating potential failures in Scotland’s response, including the administration of dangerous end-of-life protocols in hospitals when they may not have been necessary.

Pressure to Sign a DNR

Jamie Menzies, the patient in question, was admitted to the Monklands Hospital Airdrie in March 2020 for intense cancer treatment. After suspected COVID-19 contraction, he was asked to sign a DNR due to his cancer history. Jamie refused to sign the DNR five times within 24 hours, causing distress and fear. Campbell, who has a Ph.D. in nursing and over four decades of clinical experience, called such practices "completely unacceptable."

A Sudden Turn of Events

Despite a doctor diagnosing Jamie with COVID-19, he appeared to be improving. However, the following day, hospital staff informed Lianne that Jamie was going to die. They administered midazolam, a powerful benzodiazepine, to help him sleep. This was a shock to Lianne as Campbell stated that he had never seen midazolam given for sleep. The next day, Jamie passed away after being administered a rotation of midazolam and morphine.

Concerns Raised by Pathologist

Pathologist Dr. Clare Craig commented on the testimonies, stating that in many cases, hospitals were refusing to admit people who had DNRs, effectively denying them medical care. Craig also criticized the binary protocols that were instituted, where patients were either treated and put on ventilators or given end-of-life care. These testimonies reveal that a large number of people would have been treated differently under other circumstances.

Need for Similar Inquiries Globally

Campbell emphasized the need for similar inquiries in England, the United States, Canada, and other countries to understand what really happened and what is currently happening. He noted that unnecessary deaths are not only tragic but also distort the COVID-19 fatality data.

Final Thoughts

This tragic case raises important questions about the treatment protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the need for transparency and accountability in healthcare systems worldwide. What are your thoughts on this heartbreaking story? Do share this article with your friends and let us know your views. Also, don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is delivered every day at 6 pm.