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Two Students Die After Chloroquine Administration in Andhra Pradesh
Two students in Gollaguppa village died after taking chloroquine tablets.
Several other people became sick as well.
The tablets had been given to help prevent malaria.
In total, 71 people received the tablets.
The village has about 253 residents.
Sick people were taken to Bhadrachalam Area Hospital.
Doctors and officials said the hospitalized patients were stable.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu ordered an investigation to find out what happened.
The investigation will examine whether the tablets and the reported reactions were connected.
Two students died after reportedly experiencing adverse reactions following chloroquine administration in Gollaguppa village.
Several other residents also fell ill and were taken to Bhadrachalam Area Hospital.
Chloroquine tablets were given to 71 of the village’s approximately 253 residents as a malaria-prevention measure.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu ordered an immediate investigation into the deaths and illnesses.
Officials said the hospitalized patients were stable and ordered continued medical care and monitoring.
- Who
- Two students died, and several other residents of Gollaguppa village fell ill; Andhra Pradesh officials are investigating.
- What
- An investigation was ordered after deaths and reported adverse reactions following the administration of chloroquine tablets.
- Where
- Gollaguppa village in Andhra Pradesh; affected residents were treated at Bhadrachalam Area Hospital.
- When
- Why
- The tablets were administered to 71 residents as a preventive measure against malaria.
Key facts
- Deaths
- Two students died.
- People given tablets
- 71 residents received chloroquine tablets.
- Village population
- Gollaguppa has approximately 253 residents.
- Treatment location
- Affected residents were shifted to Bhadrachalam Area Hospital.
- Patient condition
- The condition of those admitted was reported to be stable.
- Investigation
- Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu ordered an immediate probe.
- Medical response
- Health officials were instructed to provide proper care and closely monitor patients.
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