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Frozen baby case: MOH investigates mishandling of remains at private Klang hospital | Scoop
Dr Dzulkefly said the Ministry is awaiting an update on the hospital's baby remains mishandling case, with the next briefing set for next week's post-cabinet meeting. - Bernama pic, December 14, 2024
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Frozen baby case: MOH investigates mishandling of remains at private Klang hospital

Health Ministry will receive weekly update on investigation into mishandling of a baby’s remains at a Klang maternity hospital, with a report expected next week

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R. Dineskumar
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4:38 PM MYT

 

GEORGE TOWN — Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed that the ministry’s Private Medical Practice Control Section (CKPAS) is probing the alleged mishandling of a baby’s remains by a private maternity hospital in Klang.

The incident reportedly involved the remains being kept for two weeks. 

Dr Dzulkefly said that he expects to receive an updated report on the case next week.

He explained that a timeline had been set for CKPAS to brief the Health Ministry (MoH) on the progress of its investigation weekly, particularly during post-cabinet meetings.

“I would get the updated (version) of the findings that will be briefed to the ministry during the next post-cabinet meeting that will take place next week, which is the last one of the year,” he told the reporters at a press conference after inaugurating the 1st Malaysian Community First Responder Conference held at the Marriott Hotel, here.

In order to prevent similar incidents, Dr Dzulkefly stressed that his ministry has consistently monitored private healthcare facilities under the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act 1998.

“But since this case is quite unique in terms of its background, therefore I would like to once again stress that while we should be concerned about this case, let’s wait to get the real findings from the investigations to be fair.

“Of course, while we (ministry) sympathise with the family, at the same time, we will continue to monitor (private healthcare facilities) as part of CKAPS’ responsibilities,” he added.

On Wednesday, the maternity hospital, Hospital Bersalin Razif (HBR), denied allegations of mishandling the baby’s remains and delaying burial arrangements.

The hospital stated that the mother, who was in active labour, had no prior antenatal checkups, and that she was accompanied by a man initially identified as her husband. The man later clarified that they were not married.

The hospital also revealed that the baby was born with cyclopia syndrome and other physical defects, dying shortly after receiving medical care.

The hospital said the man was provided with a burial permit and instructed to arrange for the burial the following day.

The baby’s father, Safwan Roshdy, filed a police report against HBR yesterday, claiming that the hospital held the baby’s remains for 16 days due to unpaid medical bills.

According to a Scoop report, Safwan has since instructed his lawyer, Datuk Ahmad Zaharil Munayar, to take necessary legal action.

Meanwhile, Ahmad Zaharil expressed regret over accusations that the baby was born out of wedlock, as both Safwan and his wife possess valid marriage certificates. — December 14, 2024

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