Terrence Frost

“Evidence was heard that prior to his attendance in the Accident and Emergency department on the 16th July 2024, [the deceased] had been seen at home by a paramedic from his surgery, who was concerned by [the deceased]'s presentation and wanted to admit him to hospital. However, [the deceased] was reluctant so it was agreed that urgent blood tests would be taken in the first instance.”

“further concerned that evidence was heard from a clinician based at the Ipswich Hospital itself, that they too found contacting the Medical Assessment Unit extremely difficult, with internal hospital telephone calls frequently going unanswered.”