Crib deaths back in Bengal, 13 babies die

Kolkata, Nov 7: Crib deaths are again haunting West Bengal with at least 13 infants dying since Wednesday at the Malda Medical College and Hospital, an official said Friday. Medical Superintendent and Vice Principal M.A. Rashid said since Wednesday, 13 babies have died. All of them were underweight and brought in very critical condition. Rashid said the hospital, which frequently witnesses crib deaths, is well equipped to face any kind of exigencies but the deaths were happening mostly because the babies are often brought in critical condition. He added that currently over 250 babies are undergoing treatment. People need to bring in the child in time.