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Grief and Rage: Mother Demands Justice After Newborn Dies
26 Oct
Summary
- A mother is demanding compensation after her newborn died five days post-birth.
- The incident occurred at Ramanathapuram Government Medical College Hospital.
- The Directorate of Medical Education disputes claims of inadequate equipment.
A mother has petitioned the Collector's Office, seeking government compensation after her newborn son died on October 21, five days after a C-section birth on October 16. The incident occurred at Ramanathapuram Government Medical College Hospital.
During the petition, the mother stated this was her second child lost at the same hospital, expressing fears about future fertility after two C-sections. She alleged improper treatment and a lack of advanced screening equipment contributed to the tragedy.
However, the Directorate of Medical Education released a statement on October 23, explaining the infant suffered from severe jaundice, anemia, and shock. Despite extensive medical interventions including phototherapy and ventilator support, the baby could not be saved.
The directorate denied claims of inadequate medical infrastructure, asserting all necessary equipment was present at the hospital. A detailed medical review is currently underway to investigate the circumstances surrounding the infant's death.
