Russian doctors arrested after 9 babies die in maternity hospital

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 14, 2026 at 01:20 PM

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In Novokuznetsk, Siberia, two senior doctors have been arrested following the deaths of nine newborns at Maternity Hospital No. 1 between January 1st and 12th. The Russian Investigative Committee is investigating the deaths, which began on January 4th, citing "improper performance of official and professional duties" in organizing and providing medical care as the reason for the arrests. While the exact cause of death is still under investigation, the Kemerovo Region Ministry of Health suspects a severe intra-uterine infection. Authorities are questioning witnesses, seizing materials, and conducting post-mortem examinations. The hospital has temporarily stopped accepting patients due to a high rate of respiratory infections.

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Kemerovo Region Ministry of Health 50% Svetlana Petrenko 60% Siberia 60% Russia's Investigative Committee 70% Novokuznetsk Maternity Hospital No.1 70% Novokuznetsk ×280% Russia ×390%

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infant deaths 90% maternity hospital 80% investigation 70% medical negligence 70% doctors 60% arrest 60% intra-uterine infection 50% respiratory infections 40%

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