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Grace Paterson (Halifax, Novia Scotia, Canada)
Grace Paterson’s late husband Alan saw his doctor in January, complaining of a lump in his neck. The lump appeared to be related to the thyroid gland and was so large that it was displacing his trachea. Doctors recognized the urgency of his condition and said “We will get you to surgery, for a biopsy, as soon as possible.” Several months later Mr. Paterson called to ask for a biopsy date and was told he must wait even longer. Finally, in August, Mr. Paterson complained of difficult breathing and was admitted to hospital because the thyroid mass was obstructing his windpipe. Alan Paterson died a few days after being admitted to hospital.
- “Protect Yourself: Stay Informed” AIMS Education Foundation, By David Zitner and Grace Paterson (May 2, 2007) http://www.aims.ca/cm_Print.asp?cmPageID=157&typeID=4&id=1536&pg=healthcare.asp
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