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Energy Drinks, Quacks Linked to Village Deaths
5 Mar
Summary
- Energy drinks and unqualified practitioners caused eight deaths.
- Expert teams investigated samples and treatment methods.
- District administration launched a crackdown on quack doctors.
In Haryana's Palwal district, eight out of thirteen patients in Chayansa village succumbed to complications arising from energy drink consumption and treatment by unqualified practitioners. Investigations by expert teams from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and specialists confirmed these causes. The district administration has initiated probes into energy drink samples and filed First Information Reports (FIRs) against five individuals accused of practicing medicine without qualifications.
The health situation in Chayansa village is now fully controlled, thanks to swift intervention by local authorities and the health department. Medical teams remain active, monitoring villagers for any symptoms and conducting tests, including those for Hepatitis B and C. The administration has launched a special campaign targeting energy drinks and quack doctors, while also improving sanitation and healthcare facilities.
Officials urge residents to seek treatment only from registered, qualified doctors, emphasizing the severe risks posed by unqualified practitioners. The administration is committed to preventing future incidents through enhanced healthcare and strict enforcement against illegal medical practices, including the dangerous reuse of syringes.
