By Zoila Palma: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered a full investigation after eight newborns died in neonatal intensive care units at two government-run hospitals in the states of Jalisco and Durango.
Sheinbaum described the deaths as “something serious” and called for the investigations to be pursued fully, as health authorities examine possible infections and hospital conditions surrounding the deaths.
Latin Times reports that 3 of the newborns died between July and August at the Hospital de Gineco-Obstetricia at the Centro Médico Nacional de Occidente in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The cases came under renewed scrutiny after the infants’ families filed a collective complaint with Mexico’s Attorney General’s Office, seeking an investigation into possible negligence and failures in hospital hygiene protocols. Authorities confirmed that Klebsiella pneumoniae and Candida albicans infections had been detected in the neonatal unit.
A national team of specialists, including outside experts, is now reviewing the Jalisco cases. The investigation includes clinical and epidemiological reviews, laboratory testing to determine the possible source of the microorganisms, and an assessment of infection prevention and control procedures.
Hospital authorities have also strengthened cleaning and disinfection measures, conducted additional cultures, separated areas and increased supervision of hygiene practices.
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By Zoila Palma: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered a full investigation after eight newborns died in neonatal intensive care units at two government-run hospitals in the states of Jalisco and Durango. Sheinbaum described the deaths as “something serious” and called for the investigations to be pursued fully, as health authorities examine possible infections and
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