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21.04.2023 - 05:59 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The family of a 'kind' and 'loving' man who suffered a heart attack after chronic cannabis use have spoken of their heartache following his sudden death.
Joshua Kerfoot, from Bury, became unwell and started vomiting after a Friday night out in October last year. Paramedics attended after Josh's sickness continued throughout the weekend and into the Monday - but told concerned mum Angela that her son was just suffering from a hangover.
The next day, Angela returned from a short trip to the shops to find Josh 'cold'. He was rushed to hospital, where he was pronounced dead later that day.
A coroner concluded Joshua's death was due to chronic cannabis use. The coroner said that due to Joshua's medical history, she has no concerns with the actions of the ambulance service.
A North West Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We would like to offer sincere condolences to Joshua’s family at what must be a very difficult time.
"We note the coroner did not find any concern with our involvement, nor were we invited to take part in proceedings. However, if the family would like to discuss any concerns, we invite them to contact our patient safety team.”
An inquest at Rochdale Coroner's Court heard that the 27-year-old had two previous admissions to hospital in 2022 with cannabis- induced hyperemesis. Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, Angela said she 'couldn't understand' why paramedics didn't taking his vomiting more seriously.
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Paying tribute to Josh, mum Angela said he was 'loved by everybody' and 'always put others before himself.'
"He was a kind and loving person," she said. "He loved spending time with his family and his niece and nephew. He had
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