In Palghar, an allegedly drunk peon tried to give injections to kids at a Maharashtra-based health centre. The man was immediately sacked in the immediate aftermath and the video of the incident has since sparked outrage on social media.
The peon in question was caught on camera attempting to give an injection to a child while allegedly under the influence of alcohol. The parents of the child immediately objected and insisted that a qualified medical professional be called upon to administer the injection. The video of the incident quickly went viral on social media, causing widespread outrage among viewers.
Zilla Parishad health and public works committee chairperson Sandesh Dhone welcomed the decision to dismiss the peon from service, stating that his conduct was unacceptable and could not be tolerated in a medical facility.
District Health Officer Dr Dayanand Suryavanshi was quoted saying, “A peon at the Talasari primary health centre has been suspended for the incident that took place on Saturday. A doctor handled the situation by giving the child an injection.”
The incident highlights the importance of responsible behavior in medical settings, and the need for strict adherence to established protocols. It should be noted that several such instances of medical negligence have been reported from across the nation.
The Facts of the Matter
Medical negligence is a growing concern that poses a serious threat to the health and well-being of patients. The recent incident at the Talasari primary health center in Palghar district of Maharashtra, India, where a peon attempted to administer an injection to a child while allegedly under the influence of alcohol, is a stark reminder of the dangers of irresponsible behavior in medical facilities.
According to reports, an inebriated peon at the Talasari primary health center in Maharashtra attempted to administer an injection to a child who was brought to the facility. Shockingly, despite being visibly under the influence of alcohol, the peon insisted on administering the injection himself.
However, the child’s parents immediately objected to this and demanded that only a qualified medical practitioner should perform the procedure.
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Video of the Incident Goes Viral
The entire incident was captured on camera, and the footage went viral on social media platforms, showing the peon slurring his words as he was questioned by another person, who appeared to be a doctor, about his reckless behavior. The incident has sparked widespread outrage on social media, seeking greater accountability from medical professionals.
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Authorities Condemn the Incident, Peon Dismissed
According to reports, after the incident’s video went viral, the Zila Parishad president Prakash Nikam issued a dismissal order against the inebriated peon who tried administering injections to kids. Nikam also slammed the peon and warned the staff against such future mishaps and blunders.
Meanwhile, a statement was issued by District Health Officer Dr Dayanand Suryavanshi, adding that the accused peon has been suspending for attempting to administer the injection to kids and added that the incident was thwarted by a doctor who gave the child the injection.
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