Coroner finds failings in treatment of Blake Williams at Thames Hospital

NZ HeraldThe PostWaikato TimesWednesday 19 August 2026 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Coroner Ian Telford has identified shortcomings in the care provided to 26-year-old Blake Williams before his death in August 2022. The report found that Thames Hospital staff missed opportunities to recognise and treat a potentially fatal drug reaction. Multiple recommendations have been made following the investigation.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Wed 19 Aug, 8:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 5 hours
  1. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Blake Williams’ death: Coroner finds shortcomings in hospital treatment (opens in new tab)

  2. The PostThe Post via Waikato Times

    Coroner critical of Thames Hospital after patient dies (opens in new tab)

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