A mother of four tragically passed away following her trip to Turkey for cosmetic surgery. Jessika Chagnon Gailloux, 35, underwent a tummy tuck and breast lift at a private hospital in Antalya. Despite the initial success of the procedures, Jessika’s health rapidly deteriorated post-surgery. Medical staff made frantic attempts to save her life, but unfortunately, their efforts were unsuccessful.
This incident comes shortly after reports that the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office continues to issue travel advisories to British citizens traveling to Turkey, citing seven UK nationals’ deaths last year following surgeries in the country. Many Britons visit Turkey for various medical procedures, including cosmetic surgery, cardiac treatments, and dental care, although the FCDO warns about varying medical standards.
Jessika, a resident of Quebec, Canada, passed away on March 7 around 4pm, as reported by NeedToKnow. Following her death, homicide detectives and the prosecutor’s office conducted investigations at the hospital. A friend who accompanied Jessika to Turkey claimed they had used drugs three days before arriving in the country. An autopsy was scheduled by the Antalya Forensic Medicine Institution.
In response to the tragedy, Jessika’s close friend Ericka launched a GoFundMe campaign to support her children in the wake of their mother’s passing. Ericka described Jessika as a remarkable woman and a devoted mother, emphasizing the significant impact of her loss on her loved ones, especially her children. She urged donations to assist the family during this challenging time.
A spokesperson for the Antalya police mentioned that no signs of external trauma were found on Jessika’s body except for surgical incisions. Investigations are ongoing to determine her health condition before the surgery and activities leading up to her demise, including the possibility of her consuming narcotics.
In 2024, Health Secretary Wes Streeting advised caution to British travelers considering cosmetic procedures like Brazilian butt lifts and tummy tucks abroad. He warned against opting for treatments that seem too good to be true due to potential risks associated with such procedures.
Recent cases of British individuals dying in Turkey after cosmetic surgeries include Kaydell Brown, Hayley Dowell, Janet Lynne Savage, and Anne Towlson, each experiencing tragic outcomes following different procedures in the country.
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