Madhya Pradesh HIV Scandal: NHRC Demands Action After 5 Children Infected Through Blood Transfusion
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{ "title": "Madhya Pradesh HIV Scandal: NHRC Demands Action After 5 Children Infected Through Blood Transfusion", "article": "In a shocking revelation, five children in Madhya Pradesh have tested positive for HIV after receiving blood transfusions at a government hospital in the Satna district. The minors, all suffering from thalassemia, were infected nine months ago, but the incident came to light recently, prompting an investigation. Preliminary findings suggest an infected donor was responsible for the transmission. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognizance of the incident and has issued notices to all states and Union Territories, seeking detailed reports on the matter within four weeks. The reports are expected to outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken in response to the incident. In a separate development, the in-charge of the blood bank, a pathologist, and two lab technicians have been suspended. A show-cause notice has also been issued to a former civil surgeon at the Satna district hospital. The deputy chief minister and health minister of Madhya Pradesh has warned of strict departmental action if the explanation provided by the civil surgeon is unsatisfactory. "
