Inquiry Reveals Missteps in Response to Novichok Poisoning Death

Dawn Sturgess' death could have been prevented with better diagnosis and communication among emergency services.

Dawn Sturgess died after being exposed to Novichok, misdiagnosed initially as an opiate overdose by paramedics.
An antidote for nerve agent poisoning was available but not used due to the misdiagnosis by emergency responders.
Conflicting assessments between paramedics and police led to delays in recognizing the true nature of the poisoning.
A previous incident involving Sergei Skripal was similarly misdiagnosed, though he survived due to an accidental administration of the correct antidote.
The inquiry highlights a lack of communication and preparedness among emergency services following the Salisbury attack.