The condition, which is also known as water poisoning and hyperhydration, happens when brain function becomes disturbed when the body's electrolyte balance is pushed outside safe parameters.

Mr O’Donnell’s partner, Gail McGuinness of Stillorgan, Dublin had sued St Vincent’s Healthcare Group over his death at the hospital. In the proceedings, it was claimed that Mr O’Donnell ...

Mr O’Donnell’s partner, Gail McGuinness of Stillorgan, Dublin, had sued St Vincent’s Healthcare Group over his death at the hospital five years ago. In the proceedings it was claimed Mr O ...

Sean's partner Gail McGuinness has sued the hospital over his death, alleging that he had been advised, encouraged and allowed to drink a dangerous amount of water, which in turn led to the ...