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Leeds hospital neglect contributed to baby death, inquest finds

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Inquest finds neglect contributed to baby Esta High's meningitis death at Leeds hospital

An inquest jury found that neglect by hospital staff contributed to the death of five-month-old Esta High, who died from meningitis at Leeds General Infirmary in November 2023. The jury concluded doctors missed opportunities to save her life by attributing her symptoms to Covid rather than testing for meningitis sooner.

Oct 20, 2026·4 sourcesMeningitisMedical errorsHealthcare systemChild mortalityPatient safetyDiagnosisChild healthCOVID-19
Inquest finds neglect contributed to baby Esta High's meningitis death at Leeds hospital
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