16 Month Old Boy Dies Three Days After Getting Vaccine In Maharashtra

In Maharashtra's tribal-dominated Palghar district, a 16-month-old kid died three days after receiving normal baby vaccination. However, a medical official indicated on Wednesday that the exact reason of his death is still being investigated.

The viscera of the toddler has been transported to the JJ Hospital in Mumbai for evaluation, according to Medical Officer Dr Bhausaheb Chattar, who is stationed in Mokhada town.

"We can comment on the cause of his death only after we receive the report from the JJ Hospital which might take ten more days," he added.

On February 9, the youngster was given DPT, MMR, and (PCV) Booster, according to Dr. Chattar. "He apparently developed complications and died on Saturday (February 12)," the medical official added.

He stated the situation had been brought to the attention of the state government's higher-ups.

On February 9, four youngsters from the community were also given routine immunisation shots, according to Dr Chattar, but non...

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