Inquest into ME Patient's Death Highlights Systemic Failures in NHS Care

Maeve Boothby O'Neill's case exposes critical gaps in treatment and understanding of severe myalgic encephalomyelitis within the UK healthcare system.

Maeve Boothby O'Neill died from severe ME after years of inadequate treatment and support.
The inquest revealed a lack of medical training and understanding of ME among healthcare professionals.
Her family struggled to find appropriate care, facing disbelief and stigma from medical staff.
Assistant Coroner Deborah Archer ruled her death was due to natural causes linked to severe ME.
Calls for radical reform in ME treatment and increased research funding have intensified.