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LatviaPublished: 12 August 2026 at 00:22

Jēkabpils hospital probes woman's complaint over childbirth marked by fight for baby's life

A birth at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital reportedly turned into a struggle to save the newborn's life. The mother says she experienced unethical treatment and negligence, while the hospital is still reviewing the circumstances.

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An incident at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital, during which the mother says medical staff had to fight to save her newborn's life, has been featured in the TV3 program "Bez tabu".

Mother's allegations

The woman claims she experienced unethical treatment from medical staff during childbirth and points to possible negligence in the medical care she received. The source report does not provide further specific details of her allegations.

Hospital's response

Hospital representatives are currently withholding their assessment of the incident, stating that all circumstances surrounding the case are being reviewed. An official position from the hospital is expected once the review is complete.

The case has raised questions about the quality of care in regional maternity wards and about how communication between medical staff and patients is handled in critical situations.

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