'Massive overdose' of sedative led to man's cardiac arrest, brain injury at Winnipeg hospital: lawsuit | Page 15 | Unpublished
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'Massive overdose' of sedative led to man's cardiac arrest, brain injury at Winnipeg hospital: lawsuit

March 27, 2026

The Alberta government and the father of a man who suffered cardiac arrest and permanent brain damage after he was allegedly given a "massive overdose" of a potent sedative at a Winnipeg hospital two years ago are suing the facility, three medical providers and two Manitoba health authorities for negligence.



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