Rs2bn set aside for treatment of kids who got HIV at Karachi's Valika Hospital

The Sindh Employees’ Social Security Institution has committed Rs2 billion for an endowment fund to treat and support 78 children who contracted HIV/AIDS at Karachi's Valika Hospital. The Sindh Employees' Social Security Institution (SESSI) has also initiated disciplinary actions against 37 medical staff implicated in the scandal. This move underscores the gravity of the situation, highlighting the dire need for accountability and long-term care for those affected by this tragic medical mishap. The funds will ensure ongoing medical treatment and welfare, addressing both immediate and future health needs.