June 8, 2017: The Ministry of Health expresses its deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Christopher Phillip. The Ministry assures his family and members of the public that this matter is being treated with extreme priority.
Due to the very serious nature of the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr Phillip at the Port of Spain General Hospital the Ministry of Health wishes to advise the public that it is conducting its own comprehensive investigation into this matter.
The findings of this investigation and the separate investigation being conducted by the North West Regional Health Authority (NWRHA) will shed light on the cause of this disturbing occurrence and will inform any critical operational changes which may be required immediately.
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For further information please contact:
The Corporate Communications Unit
Ministry of Health
868-623-8492