The union representing Manitoba's nurses says it would welcome an in-depth review of what led to the death of an 82-year-old woman following more than 30 hours in Winnipeg emergency departments.

Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara said they've asked the chief medical examiner to review the death of Genevieve Price at St. Boniface hospital this weekend.

The woman had initially gone to a minor injury clinic for a swollen hand, but the family said staff had told her she required IV antibiotic and more intensive care.

The provincial review would be in addition to Winnipeg Regional Health Authority's own investigation into the death, which has been ruled a critical incident.

Manitoba Nurses Union president Darlene Jackson said Thursday she welcomes a second investigation if it can come with s

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