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HIV Outbreak in Punjab Hospital Infects 331 Children

4/15/2026

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Children Infected Outbreak

In Taunsa, Punjab, Pakistan, an HIV outbreak linked to unsafe injection practices at THQ Taunsa hospital has infected 331 children.
An undercover investigation revealed hospital staff reusing syringes and not following infection control protocols.
Mohammed Amin died from HIV complications, illustrating the outbreak's toll on families.
Asma, Mohammed Amin's sister and also infected, faces lifelong treatment and social stigma.

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Gift Trapence Advocates Care

The closure of USAID and PEPFAR funding in Malawi has severely reduced HIV/AIDS services.
Gift Trapence, director of the Center for People Development, says 1,921 PrEP clients are left without essential care.
George Kachimanga of Nyasa Rainbow Alliance reports most clinics serving LGBTQ+ populations have shut down.
Chisomo Nkwanga, a 24-year-old HIV-positive man, was denied medication at a public hospital because of his sexual orientation.

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Children Infected Outbreak

In Taunsa, Punjab, Pakistan, an HIV outbreak linked to unsafe injection practices at THQ Taunsa hospital has infected 331 children.
An undercover investigation revealed hospital staff reusing syringes and not following infection control protocols.
Mohammed Amin died from HIV complications, illustrating the outbreak's toll on families.
Asma, Mohammed Amin's sister and also infected, faces lifelong treatment and social stigma.

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