Health New Zealand apologises to woman after medical mishaps

NZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesRNZSaturday 22 March 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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Jacqui Siou suffered an acute infection, blood clots, and stomach bleeding after receiving a routine injection at Wellington Hospital in February. Health New Zealand has apologised for her distress and is conducting an internal review. Siou intends to lodge a complaint with the Health and Disability Commissioner.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Sat 22 Mar 2025, 12:00pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 5 hours
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    Series of medical mishaps leaves Wellington woman Jacqui Siou fighting for recovery (opens in new tab)

  2. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

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  3. RNZRNZ

    Medical mishaps leave Wellington woman Jacqui Siou fighting for recovery (opens in new tab)