Erin Patterson ‘didn’t look unwell’ like other mushroom lunch attenders, hospital nurse tells murder trial

theguardian.comPublished: 5/8/2025

Summary

Erin Patterson appeared visibly upset during the trial, recounting how serving death cap mushrooms led to her ex-husband’s family being hospitalized. A nurse noted her health decline compared to seriously ill guests already treated for gastrointestinal symptoms. Erin admitted to feeling unwell after receiving N-acetyl cysteine treatment and described her deteriorating health condition under oath, while medical professionals emphasized the risks involved in her case.