Catherine Cox highlights the devastating impact of sodium valproate, an epilepsy drug she took during pregnancy, which resulted in her son Matthew suffering from multiple disabilities, including foetal valproate syndrome. Despite previous advice from healthcare professionals, many families like hers have faced lifelong challenges due to the medication's effects. Cox expresses frustration over the lack of government action and accountability, advocating for compensation and support for affected children as they grow older. As she ages, her concern also extends to who will care for disabled children when their parents are no longer able to do so.
"To then find out that the medication that you have taken in good faith has caused the problems your child will carry for the whole of their life is an awful thing."
"We're not getting any younger. I started this when I was 31 - I'm 53 this year. I honestly think that the government want the parents to expire."
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