The investigation by BBC Eye Investigations uncovered serious malpractice in the children's ward of the Tehsil Headquarters Hospital in Taunsa, where unsafe practices, including the reuse of syringes, contributed to the spread of HIV among children. Between November 2024 and October 2025, 331 children tested positive for HIV, with fewer than 5% of their parents also testing positive, indicating that the majority of infections were due to healthcare-related transmission.
HEALTHPublished 18 Apr 2026 • Published 1 day ago • Updated 16h ago
Islamabad Reports 618 New HIV Cases Over 15 Months
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A recent investigation revealed that 331 children were infected with HIV at a government hospital in Taunsa, Punjab, due to unsafe medical practices between November 2024 and October 2025. This alarming situation has prompted health officials to raise concerns about ongoing transmission and inadequate infection control measures. The surge in pediatric cases highlights a critical public health crisis in Pakistan.
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