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Soldier tells court he should never have been prescribed anti-malaria drug
Summary
A retired 53‑year‑old soldier, Anthony Moore, appeared before the High Court to claim that he should never have been prescribed the anti‑malaria drug Larium (mefloquine hydrochloride) while serving overseas. Moore, who served 25 years in the Defence Forces, says he was deployed to Liberia in 2005‑2006 and Chad in 2008, and that after his deployment to Liberia he began to suffer physical pain, stomach cramps, hallucinations and sleep deprivation, which he attributes to the drug. He also alleges that his family life was affected. Moore has brought a personal injuries damages claim against the Minister for Defence and the Attorney General, alleging negligence and a failure to take reasonable precautions. The defendants deny the claims and argue the action should be struck out, citing Moore's delay.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Soldier tells court he should never have been prescribed anti-malaria drug. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2005 to 2006 Other
- 2019-06-21 Publication
Places mentioned
Topics
Drugs Stage Hearing Or Decision
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