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Kris Gourlay

Edinburgh carer didn't report patient who attacked staff and other service users

An Edinburgh carer has been struck off after failing to report several incidents where service users were attacked, as well as taking medication home.

Elaine Heath, while under the employment of Edinburgh Council at Drumbrae Care Home, was judged to have been involved or coordinated several dangerous incidents, with the Scottish Social Services Council finding enough evidence to remove her from the register.

The incidents occurred between dates in 2017 and 2019, with Ms Heath resigning since they took place.

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