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- The Kerala Government Medical Officers' Association has condemned an incident at Attingal taluk hospital in which the municipal chairperson allegedly obstructed a duty doctor in the emergency wing and issued him death threats.
- The doctor was examining a 15-year-old girl brought by her mother with complaints of assault, and was following legal procedures for a medico-legal case requiring police notification.
- The IMA's Chirayinkeezhu unit has also condemned the incident, calling it a serious challenge to the health-care system.
- Both associations have demanded a comprehensive investigation and said the government is responsible for ensuring a safe working environment for health-care professionals.
What to watch next
- Whether authorities order the comprehensive investigation demanded by the KGMOA and IMA
- Whether legal action is initiated under the Hospital Protection Act against those involved
- Steps taken by the government to ensure safety of health-care staff at the hospital
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