A shocking incident unfolded at the Children’s Hospital in Lahore when a baby boy was allegedly exchanged with a dead baby girl, leaving the parents distraught. The parents took the matter to the police, accusing the hospital of committing a grave crime.
The baby boy, just four days old, was taken to the hospital for treatment and was declared dead by the doctors. However, upon receiving the body, the father discovered it was actually a baby girl. The hospital authorities were left stunned and initiated an inquiry into the matter.
The father filed a complaint with the police, demanding action against the hospital staff and the recovery of his son. The Punjab Health Department intervened, forming an inquiry committee to investigate the troubling incident and provide answers to the public.
This distressing tale highlights the importance of accountability in healthcare institutions and the need for strict protocols to prevent such grievous errors.
Published in Dawn, July 4th, 2024