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WHO investigating links between cough syrup deaths, considers advice for parents
23 Sept 01:59 Key points summarised by AI
- The WHO is investigating potential links between manufacturers of contaminated cough syrups responsible for over 300 child deaths in Gambia, Indonesia, and Uzbekistan.
- The syrups contained toxic chemicals like diethylene glycol or ethylene glycol, and the investigation has expanded to four additional countries where these products may have been sold.
- The organization is considering advising families globally to reassess children's cough syrup use while safety concerns persist and evaluating the medical necessity of such products.
- The tragic deaths highlight critical gaps in global regulation and oversight of pharmaceutical supply chains, prompting the WHO to call for urgent checks and improved standards worldwide.
