ANM attempts suicide in Medak by consuming metformin 500g tablets

An ANM in Medak allegedly attempted suicide by consuming tablets after being asked to report to another health sub-centre. She accused hospital staff of harassment and is undergoing treatment, while health department officials have ordered an inquiry

Medak: An ANM attempted suicide by consuming four metformin 500 mg tablets at a primary health centre in Veludurthi on Friday. The ANM, Rajini, made the attempt after higher officials at the hospital asked her to discharge duties at a health sub-centre located at Masaipet.

Rajini accused doctors and staff of harassing her. She was rushed to the government hospital in Medak, where she is undergoing treatment. The health department officials have launched an inquiry into the incident.

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