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Pregnant Woman Gets Wrong Injection at Health Center
31 Oct
Summary
- A pregnant woman received an anti-rabies injection instead of iron.
- The incident occurred at Panamaram Community Health Centre in Wayanad.
- An inspection found a lack of diligence by health center staff.
A 29-year-old pregnant woman from Keezhkadavu in Wayanad was administered an incorrect injection at the Panamaram Community Health Centre. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, involved the patient receiving an anti-rabies vaccine when she was supposed to get an iron injection. This was her second dose, having received the first at a different facility. The district medical officer conducted an inspection following protests related to the error. Officials indicated a lack of diligence by the health center staff in verifying the medication. They also noted that the rabies vaccine is safe and poses no health risks, even if taken as a precaution. The department awaits the District Medical Officer's inquiry report to determine further actions.
