Lyell McEwin Hospital

The Hon. J.E. HANSON (14:58): My question is to the Minister for Health and Wellbeing. What is the minister's response to the death of a 71-year-old patient at Lyell McEwin Hospital from a bacterial infection, who was stuck in emergency for eight hours waiting for an ICU bed? Will the minister ensure that resources are available to fully staff the Lyell McEwin ICU?

The Hon. S.G. WADE (Minister for Health and Wellbeing) (14:59): I have already offered my sincere condolences to the patient's family. Out of respect for the family and the fact that the matter is before the Coroner, I am unable to comment further on the specifics of the case.