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BBC Scotland’s Suzanne Allan reports on Maegan Clay’s emotional journey regarding her father’s undiagnosed illness due to contaminated blood products. The breakdown in their relationship due to his mysterious sickness left Maegan feeling abandoned and hurt. Discovering the truth in 2019 about her father’s infection with contaminated blood products shed light on the situation.
Maegan recalls her childhood as a “daddy’s girl” where her father played an active role in her life, teaching her essential skills like swimming and biking. However, as her father’s health declined, their relationship deteriorated, leading Maegan to believe that he was lying about being ill. The revelation of his infected blood transfusion in the 1980s in Inverness shattered their family dynamic.
The impact of the contaminated blood scandal resonated with Campbell McPhee, leading to his diagnosis with hepatitis C after 30 years of suffering. The shock of the news and the subsequent decline in his health ultimately led to his passing in 2024. Maegan reflects on the missed opportunities for a better relationship had they known the truth earlier.
In light of the slow compensation process for victims of the infected blood scandal, Maegan’s lawyer, Jamie Lyons, expresses frustration with the delays. The wait for compensation and acknowledgment weighs heavily on affected families, with concerns over undiagnosed cases lingering. The Hepatitis C Trust continues to receive calls about new cases, highlighting the ongoing impact of the scandal on individuals and families
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