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Health Ministry Suspends Two Doctors Over Infant Death During Trincomalee Strike

TLDR

Infant died April 9th at Trincomalee hospital during strike.
Two doctors suspended for neglecting duties, ignoring calls.
Allegations of private practice during official hours.
Ministry cites serious lapses in care.

The Ministry of Health has suspended the services of two medical professionals at the Trincomalee District General Hospital following the death of an infant. The infant died on April 9th, reportedly during a strike action by the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA). A preliminary investigation into the incident uncovered serious lapses in duty, prompting the suspension of the hospital's Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialist and a Senior Resident Medical Officer. Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the doctors' actions may have constituted a criminal offense.

Story Update

Update #2\u00b7 May 11 · 8:03 AM

Two doctors, an Obstetrician/Gynecologist specialist and a senior resident doctor at Trincomalee General Hospital, have had their services suspended by the Health Ministry following an investigation into an infant death that occurred on April 9th. The doctors are accused of neglecting their duties and failing to attend the labor room despite receiving multiple calls during a problematic delivery, with allegations also suggesting they were engaged in private practice during official hours. The incident occurred amidst a trade union action by the Government Medical Officers' Association.

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