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Episode 5: The Messenger
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Episode 5: The Messenger

Sick to Death · The Australian

December 25, 20251h 12mExplicit

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Show Notes

Unrest at Bundaberg Hospital grows, as staff grapple with the devastating consequences of Dr Jayant Patel’s reckless practices. 

After yet another tragic patient outcome, Nurse Toni Hoffman is galvanised into action. She decides to do whatever it takes to stop Dr Patel – with or without the hospital administration’s assistance. 

Will maverick politician Rob Messenger be able to help?

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