Investigation Reveals Serious Underlying Condition, Disproving Allegations of Negligence
The Gauteng Health Department has officially cleared the Westbury Clinic of negligence following the tragic death of Miriam Singh, a 32-year-old expectant mother. Singh passed away last week at the clinic near Johannesburg before delivering her first child, causing outrage and allegations from the local community.
Investigation Clears Westbury Clinic
An investigation initiated on Monday found no evidence of negligence by medical staff at the clinic’s Midwifery Obstetric Unit (MOU). According to Gauteng Health spokesperson Motalalate Modiba, the inquiry was conducted in collaboration with expert obstetrics, gynaecology, and surgery specialists from the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital.
“The healthcare workers followed all correct protocols,” Modiba stated. “The postmortem report revealed that the patient had a serious underlying condition which caused her condition to deteriorate rapidly after arriving at the clinic.”
Due to patient confidentiality, the department refrained from disclosing the specific condition but emphasized that the findings were shared with the Singh family through the South African Police Service.
Addressing Community Concerns
Singh’s death led to tensions in the Westbury community, with residents accusing the clinic of negligence. Modiba condemned the premature and “malicious allegations” made on public platforms, stating that they were “irresponsible and unethical.”
“The misinformation has compounded the grieving family’s pain, making it harder for them to accept clinical facts,” Modiba said.
Support for the Singh Family
In a gesture of compassion, the department extended condolences to the Singh family and pledged ongoing counselling services to help them cope with their loss.
A Call for Responsible Reporting
The Gauteng Health Department urged the public and interested parties to refrain from making unfounded claims in sensitive cases like this. Modiba highlighted the importance of respecting clinical evidence and supporting grieving families during challenging times.
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