CLEAN : Gambian MPs target Indian pharma group over child deaths

The video discusses acute kidney injury (AI) linked to contaminated medical products in Gambia. The Select Committee's investigation found that products from Atlantic Pharmaceutical and Median Pharmaceutical Limited, India, were responsible. The Ministry of Health is conducting further tests. Recommendations include building a quality control lab funded by the World Bank and ensuring all products are screened before market release.

What is the primary focus of the introduction section?

• The role of the World Bank in funding healthcare projects

• The involvement of stakeholders in addressing acute kidney injury

• The construction of a quality control lab

• The scientific investigations into the cause of deaths

Which company was found to be responsible for exporting contaminated medicine?

• Atlantic Pharmaceutical

• Ministry of Health

• Median Pharmaceutical Limited

• World Health Organization

What is the ongoing action mentioned in the findings section?

• Construction of a new hospital

• Training programs for healthcare workers

• Scientific investigations to determine the cause of deaths

• Implementation of new health policies

What is one of the recommendations made by the Select Committee?

• Implement new educational programs for doctors

• Reduce the import of foreign medicines

• Intensify efforts to complete a quality control lab

• Increase funding for pharmaceutical companies

Why is it important to screen all products before market release?

• To ensure they are affordable

• To verify they meet quality standards

• To confirm they are manufactured locally

• To check they are environmentally friendly