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would i have a case against the hospital if i was released without being told i have a serious contagious disease that made me extremely ill months later

I was admitted to hospital and found out when I was in hospital months prior I had contracted a very contagious condition and was not told about it until it almost killed me months later I live in canada

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sunnyB

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You don't mention where you are. That sounds like the sort of thing that happens here in the UK, are you sure you didn't pick the disease up in the hospital. Wherever you are I would think you have a good reason to complain, wether you get anywhere or not is a different matter.

11 years ago. Rating: 7
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jhharlan

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If you can prove it and good luck. Hospital covere their a** well these days. It's a shame there are so many scammers out there.......

11 years ago. Rating: 6
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Bob/PKB

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If you had a contagious disease when you left the hospital the first time and were not informed or treated, everyone with whom you came in contact could have become infected....an epidemic!

Contact the ombudsman of the hospital and make an appointment. Be sure you have your facts straight.

My sincere hopes for recovery. :(