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Tragic Death Sparks New Cardiac Monitoring Protocol

1/20/2025

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William Northcott, 39, tragically lost his life to cardiac arrest in July 2021 while receiving care from Devon Partnership NHS Trust. An inquest uncovered critical lapses in monitoring his clozapine prescription. In response, his sister is championing better cardiac monitoring, prompting the MHRA to review practices and create Wim's Protocol, aimed at safeguarding future patients.

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Story summary

William Northcott, 39, tragically lost his life to cardiac arrest in July 2021 while receiving care from Devon Partnership NHS Trust. An inquest uncovered critical lapses in monitoring his clozapine prescription. In response, his sister is championing better cardiac monitoring, prompting the MHRA to review practices and create Wim's Protocol, aimed at safeguarding future patients.