7-yr-old girl dies after consuming antimalarial tablet in Andhra village: Official
- On Tuesday, seven-year-old Madivi Jamuna died and 52 villagers, mostly children, were hospitalized after receiving chloroquine tablets in Gollaguppa, Yetapaka mandal, Polavaram district.
- Health Department officials administered the anti-malaria tablets to 71 residents of Gollaguppa following five reported malaria cases, as a preventive measure in the village with a population of 253.
- Currently, 29 patients are undergoing treatment at Bhadrachalam Area Hospital in neighboring Telangana, while another 24 are receiving care at the Lakshmipuram Primary Health Centre; all remain in stable condition.
- Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu ordered a comprehensive inquiry into the incident, directing officials to ensure the best possible medical treatment for all affected villagers.
- Senior officials dispatched a nine-member medical team from Kakinada Government General Hospital, with additional specialized teams deployed from Vijayawada and Rajamahendravaram to monitor the situation.
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Polavaram: Minor Girl Dies, 47 Children Hospitalised After Taking Pills in Anti-Malaria Drive in Andhra Pradesh | 📰 LatestLY
A seven-year-old tribal girl, Madivi Jamuna, died after falling ill following a chloroquine dose at a fever-surveillance camp in Andhra Pradesh’s Polavaram district. Dozens of villagers, including children, were hospitalised. Officials said tablet quality tests were satisfactory, while the specific batch was sent for forensic analysis as doctors examine a possible underlying heart condition. 📰 Polavaram: Minor Girl Dies, 47 Children Hospitalise…
Class II girl dies, 41 in hospital after taking chloroquine tablet at AP school
A heartbreaking incident occurred at a primary school where a Class II student died after consuming chloroquine tablets, leading to the hospitalization of forty-one classmates. The students were first taken to a nearby health center and later moved to a more equipped facility. Fortunately, the majority are now stable, with a few still in observation. Senior officials have begun an inquiry to address this tragic event.
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