Viewers were distraught when Nurse Barbara Hereward - played by Charlotte Ritchie - passed away after contracting a bout of deadly meningitis. It was an emotional rollercoaster for fans, as it originally looked like the midwife was going to pull through the ordeal, as her husband Tom (Jack Ashton) kept a bedside vigil.Mar 5, 2018
What is wrong with Barbara on Call The Midwife?
Charlotte Ritchie left her role as Nurse Barbara in the BBC period drama show all the way back in 2018. Her character was part of the show for four series before she died of septicaemia with her husband Tom Hereward (played by Jack Ashton) by her side.Jan 19, 2021
Why was Barbara killed off in Call the Midwife?
Charlotte Ritchie left her role as Nurse Barbara in the BBC period drama show all the way back in 2018. Her character was part of the show for four series before she died of septicaemia with her husband Tom Hereward (played by Jack Ashton) by her side.Jan 19, 2021
How did Barbara get septicemia on Call The Midwife?
After suspecting she had a persistent cold, Barbara's condition worsened as she developed symptoms of septicemia and was rushed to the hospital. In the following episode, Barbara was diagnosed with meningococcal septicemia – a serious form of blood poisoning caused by the same bacteria that causes meningitis.Feb 23, 2020
How did Barbara get septicemia on Call the Midwife?
After suspecting she had a persistent cold, Barbara's condition worsened as she developed symptoms of septicemia and was rushed to the hospital. In the following episode, Barbara was diagnosed with meningococcal septicemia – a serious form of blood poisoning caused by the same bacteria that causes meningitis.Feb 23, 2020
What is wrong with Barbara on Call the Midwife?
Charlotte Ritchie left her role as Nurse Barbara in the BBC period drama show all the way back in 2018. Her character was part of the show for four series before she died of septicaemia with her husband Tom Hereward (played by Jack Ashton) by her side.Jan 19, 2021
Why did Barbara leave midwives?
The main reason for her exit was so she could explore new avenues, and she went on to find more success. She went on to play the main character George in the inspirational series, Feel Good, which received critical acclaim.Aug 9, 2021