"Los demás niños no juegan conmigo desde que me infectaron": el hospital sospechoso de ser epicentro de una ola de contagios infantiles de VIH

A deeply disturbing investigation by BBC Eye has brought to light a tragic situation in Taunsa, Pakistan, where hundreds of children have tested positive for HIV. The scale of the outbreak, with 331 young lives impacted between November 2024 and October 2025, points to a catastrophic failure in public health services, with the local THQ Taunsa hospital strongly suspected as the source.

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Solía pelearse conmigo, pero también me quería

The findings reveal a shocking disregard for basic medical safety protocols within the hospital. Despite promises of "drastic measures" from local authorities after an initial link was made to the hospital, undercover footage captured months later showed the continued reuse of syringes and the contamination of multidose medication vials. This practice, where the same syringe body, potentially carrying the virus, is used for multiple patients even with a new needle, presents a clear and present danger of viral transmission.

Experts consulted by BBC Eye have unequivocally condemned these practices, highlighting that they violate fundamental principles of safe drug administration. The footage also showed healthcare staff administering injections without sterile gloves on numerous occasions, and even rummaging through medical waste without proper precautions. These deficiencies suggest a broader systemic issue with infection control training and adherence within Pakistan's healthcare system.

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Aunque hayan colocado una aguja nueva, la parte trasera, lo que llamamos el cuerpo de la jeringuilla, contiene el virus, por lo que este se transmitirá incluso con una aguja nueva

From a Pakistani perspective, this report is not just a health crisis but a profound betrayal of trust. The hospital, a place meant for healing, appears to have become an epicenter of infection due to negligence and dangerous practices. The refusal of the new medical director to acknowledge the authenticity of the footage is particularly concerning, raising questions about accountability and transparency. This incident underscores the urgent need for rigorous oversight, comprehensive training, and strict enforcement of medical standards to protect the most vulnerable—the children of Pakistan.

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Está infringiendo todos los principios de la administración de medicamentos inyectables