How Valika Hospital became the center of an HIV outbreak in Pakistan

More than 100 children were diagnosed with HIV following an outbreak linked to Karachi's Valika Hospital, in a tragedy that claimed the lives of nine children and raised urgent questions about patient safety and healthcare practices in Pakistan.

This documentary investigates one of Pakistan's most alarming public health crises, examining how a hospital became the center of a devastating HIV outbreak. Through expert insights and verified reporting, we explore what happened, the impact on affected families, the role of unsafe injection practices, and the importance of separating facts from myths surrounding HIV.

The report also explains how HIV is transmitted, how it is not transmitted, and why safe medical practices, proper infection control, and public awareness are critical to preventing similar tragedies.

Watch the full documentary to understand the events, the lessons learned, and why strengthening healthcare standards is essential to protecting patients.