UK's infected blood scandal cover-up revealed in final report
RTE.ie — May 20, 2024, 01:00 PM UTC
Summary: The UK's infected blood scandal involved tens of thousands infected with deadly viruses from the 1970s to early 1990s. The Infected Blood Inquiry's final report revealed deliberate destruction of documents related to delays in screening blood donations for hepatitis C. Chairman Brian Langstaff described a "subtle, pervasive and chilling" cover-up. Medical records also went missing, affecting compensation claims. The report highlighted systemic issues.
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