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NHS Trust Faces Legal Action Over Sepsis Deaths

Updated 2026-10-20 07:20 UTC 1 source Negative

An NHS trust in Essex has been prosecuted over the deaths of two young children due to sepsis. The case highlights ongoing concerns about healthcare standards and patient safety.

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