No Link Found Between Vaccination and death

After careful consideration, Mayo’s Coroner, Pat O’Connor, ruled out any connection between the boy’s vaccination and his untimely demise. The inquest shed light on the heartbreaking incident that occurred in the early hours of September 13, 2021, when Joseph McGinty from The Valley, Achill Island, collapsed at home and subsequently suffered a cardiac arrest. Despite immediate medical attention, he was pronounced dead in an ambulance en route to the hospital.

Cause of death Linked to Addison’s Disease

The medical cause of Joseph’s death was determined to be profound adrenal pathology consistent with Addison’s Disease. This revelation added another layer of complexity to the investigation.

Recommendations Arising from the Inquest

During the proceedings held at Swinford Courthouse in Co Mayo, the Coroner issued three recommendations based on the medical evidence presented:

1. Ensure adequate resources, both staffing and equipment, are provided to Mayo University Hospital (MUH), where Joseph McGinty received treatment.
2. Implement the availability of a Bereavement Officer at MUH to offer support to those who have lost loved ones following a death at the hospital.

Family’s Pursuit of Medical Misadventure Verdict

Throughout the inquest, the family’s legal team passionately argued for a verdict of medical misadventure, suggesting that there may have been some negligence or error in Joseph’s medical treatment. However, their plea was not granted, as the Coroner maintained that the evidence did not support such a conclusion.

Statement Denied

In a disappointing turn of events for the bereaved family, the Coroner did not permit their solicitor to read out a prepared statement on their behalf during the court proceedings.

Evidence Presented by Pfizer’s Director of Vaccines

During the three-day inquiry, witnesses, including Dr. Gillian Ellsbury, Pfizer’s director of vaccines, provided expert testimony. The inquest aimed to explore any potential links between the vaccine and Joseph’s deteriorating health.

Pre-existing Health Issues

The court heard that Joseph had been experiencing intermittent post-meal vomiting for approximately four months prior to his tragic passing. This information shed light on his pre-existing health condition, which may have contributed to his vulnerability.

No Connection Established Between Vaccine and death

Based on a thorough examination of the evidence, witness statements, and reports, Coroner Pat O’Connor concluded that there was no discernible connection between the administration of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine and the boy’s death, which occurred 24 days later.