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Coroner Blasts Medical Neglect in Tragic Home Birth
10/27/2025
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Story summary
- The coroner's inquest found neglect and gross failures in medical care led to the deaths of Jennifer Cahill, 34, and her daughter during a home birth in Prestwich.
- Jennifer Cahill died from postpartum hemorrhage–related multi-organ failure, and Agnes suffered hypoxia after umbilical cord compression.
- The coroner described the incident as a 'Victorian-aged tragedy' in modern times, and criticized the lack of a birth plan and inadequate monitoring.
