Protocol kicks in

The accusation leaves Cam stunned. His colleague and friend Rida Amaan (Sarah Seggari) follows protocol immediately, treating the claim with the seriousness it demands. For Cam, the sudden shift from respected nurse to suspected offender is devastating, made worse by the fact that the person enforcing the process is someone he trusts.

Despite the lack of evidence and Bex’s altered mental state, the weight of the allegation begins to take its toll on Cam’s confidence. His every action in the ED feels scrutinised, and even well-meaning colleagues seem hesitant around him.

The emotional fallout

By the end of his shift, the formalities of the day have given way to something more personal — the emotional bruises left by being accused of something so serious.

Cam’s date with Indie is still on the calendar, but the carefree anticipation he felt that morning has been replaced by anxiety and doubt. Can he relax and enjoy himself knowing his professional reputation has been called into question?

Barney Walsh on Cam’s ordeal

While the episode leaves the truth to play out in future instalments, actor Barney Walsh brings a raw vulnerability to Cam’s reactions. His shock isn’t just about the accusation itself, but about how quickly trust in the workplace can be shaken — and how damaging it can be when colleagues must choose between friendship and protocol.

What’s next for Cam?

With the chemical leak at Holby Leisure Centre also unfolding during the same shift, Cam’s ordeal is largely overshadowed by the wider crisis. But the aftershocks are sure to ripple into coming episodes.

Will the investigation clear his name swiftly, or will suspicion linger long after the facts come to light? And how will this affect his budding connection with Indie, who is facing her own heartbreaking challenges?

One thing’s certain — Cam Mickelthwaite’s easygoing days in Holby are over, and the road ahead could be far more complicated than he ever imagined.