Three arrested over death of expectant mother, baby in private clinic
He issued a warning to the medical practitioners to follow the competence standards of work.
Bukedea: Locals of Ogil parish in Kamaca Sub County in Kumi district over the weekend stormed Apex Medical and Diagnostic Center in Bukedea district, demanding a clear explanation over the death of their resident, only identified as Beatrice.
According to the available sources, the deceased was referred to Atutur Hospital after failing to deliver in Bukedea Health Center IV, but she was later diverted to the above-mentioned clinic.
Following this distressing incident, Moses Justine Asire, the Kamaca subcounty LC3 chairperson, urged residents to prioritize government facilities rather than relying on private clinics.
‘’Residents should prioritize government facilities rather than relying on private clinics; it’s unfortunate we have lost the expectant mother and the baby.’’
Richard Asiimwe, the District Police Commander for Bukedea, says the incident led to the arrest of the three Apex staff.
He identified them as Patricia Alupo, Cuthbert Okwi, and Sarah Angodia.
Asiimwe also issued a warning to the medical practitioners to follow the competence standards of work and asked the office of the district health office to inspect the clinics and health workers in private medical centers.
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