Falsified deaths: The systemic problems in Tasmanian hospitals

<p>When Launceston nurse and midwife Amanda Duncan appeared at a Tasmanian parliamentary inquiry into ambulance ramping last year, her testimony was macabre and shocking.&nbsp;</p> <p>Duncan claimed hospital management at Launceston General Hospital had altered death certificates &ndash; meaning deaths that should have been investigated were quietly recertified.</p> <p>Those revelations triggered a public inquiry, yet questions have been raised about its scope and accountability as new cases continue to emerge that extend far beyond the initial inquiry.</p> <p>Today, writer and former editor of <em>The Monthly,</em> Nick Feik, on his investigation into falsified death certificates and revelations of a broken health system.</p> <p><br /><br />If you enjoy <em>7am</em>, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> Writer and former editor of <em>The Monthly</em>, Nick Feik</p> <p><strong>Photo: </strong>AAP Image/Ethan James</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>