UEA student died after attempting 'self-medication'
A "dearly missed" English Literature student from the University of East Anglia suffered an overdose while attempting to self-medicate his epilepsy, an inquest has heard.
Specialist reporter: health and education
David is the specialist reporter for health and education at the Eastern Daily Press. This role includes reporting on the NHS, matters affecting health and what is going on in the region's schools. He also regularly covers inquests at Norfolk Coroner's Court.
David is the specialist reporter for health and education at the Eastern Daily Press. This role includes reporting on the NHS, matters affecting health and what is going on in the region's schools. He also regularly covers inquests at Norfolk Coroner's Court.
A "dearly missed" English Literature student from the University of East Anglia suffered an overdose while attempting to self-medicate his epilepsy, an inquest has heard.
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