2017 Gorakhpur hospital deaths
2017 Gorakhpur Hospital Deaths
The 2017 Gorakhpur Hospital Deaths refers to a tragic incident that occurred in August 2017 at the Baba Raghav Das Medical College (BRDMC) in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. Over a span of a few days, more than 60 children, primarily infants, lost their lives due to alleged medical negligence and lack of oxygen supply.
Pronunciation
- Gorakhpur: /ɡɔːrəkʰpʊr/
- Hospital: /ˈhɒspɪtəl/
- Deaths: /dɛθs/
Etymology
- Gorakhpur: Named after the ascetic Guru Gorakhnath, a saint that the historical Gorakshanath temple is dedicated to.
- Hospital: Derived from the Latin hospes, meaning a guest or stranger. It's the root of words like hospitality, hostel, and hotel.
- Deaths: From Old English dēaþ, which means the cessation of life.
Incident
The incident began on August 10, 2017, when the hospital's oxygen supply was allegedly cut off due to non-payment of dues to the supplier. Over the next two days, a significant number of deaths were reported, primarily in the neonatal and pediatric wards. The Government of Uttar Pradesh initially denied that the deaths were due to a lack of oxygen, but later admitted that there was a disruption in supply.
Investigation and Aftermath
An investigation was launched by the Government of India and the Uttar Pradesh government. Several hospital officials and the oxygen supplier were arrested. The incident sparked a nationwide debate on the state of healthcare in India, particularly in government-run hospitals.
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- Medical encyclopedia article on 2017 Gorakhpur hospital deaths
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