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Nurse Faces Paralysis After Gym Accident, NHS Regrets Oversight

7/29/2025

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Brooke Bowen, a 21-year-old nurse from Wakefield, endured a devastating spinal fracture during a gym accident. After being initially overlooked by doctors, a private scan unveiled the severity of her injuries. Now confronting the possibility of paralysis, she relies on hydrotherapy and a wheelchair. The NHS Trust has expressed regret and is open to addressing her concerns.

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Brooke Bowen, a 21-year-old nurse from Wakefield, endured a devastating spinal fracture during a gym accident. After being initially overlooked by doctors, a private scan unveiled the severity of her injuries. Now confronting the possibility of paralysis, she relies on hydrotherapy and a wheelchair. The NHS Trust has expressed regret and is open to addressing her concerns.