UK Student Recovers from Accidental Paracetamol Overdose After Weeks on Life Support
Riley Lubas, a 20-year-old creative media student at the University of Bath, suffered severe organ failure after accidentally taking two over-the-counter cold medicines that both contained paracetamol in March 2025. Despite initial fears of irreversible damage, Lubas made a full recovery, relearning how to walk and speak after six weeks in intensive care. His parents have since raised awareness through charity hiking, while medical experts warn young people to check labels to avoid accidental overdoses.