UditVani, Jamshedpur : In a shocking incident, a seven-year-old boy in Chaibasa has reportedly tested HIV positive after receiving a blood transfusion at Sadar Hospital.
The case has sparked anger among locals and raised serious concerns over blood safety measures in government hospitals.
Sources said the child was admitted a few months ago for treatment of a severe illness.
During the course of treatment, doctors administered a blood transfusion. However, weeks later, when the boy’s health worsened, medical tests confirmed he was HIV positive.
The child’s family has accused the hospital of negligence, alleging that the infection resulted from contaminated blood provided by the hospital’s blood bank.
They have demanded immediate action and accountability from the health department.
Following the allegations, the district health administration has initiated a probe.
The district civil surgeon has directed officials to collect transfusion records and blood samples for verification and promised a detailed report.
The incident has triggered widespread concern in Chaibasa, with health activists demanding strict monitoring of blood banks, periodic audits, and stringent adherence to safety protocols to prevent such tragic lapses in the future.
