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Investigation following assault on doctor at Amate Laffon Health Center
A patient spread feces in the office after her medical demands were denied.
The Medical Union of Seville has reported an incident at the Amate Laffon Health Center, where a patient spread feces on her doctor's desk. According to a statement from the union, this is the third case of assault against healthcare personnel in the province in less than ten days.
The patient, unhappy with the doctor's response regarding the tests and studies she demanded, opened a jar containing feces intended for a test and spread it in the consultation room. This action was initially reported by 20minutos.
The incident has raised concerns among health professionals and has prompted calls for an investigation by the relevant authorities, who are looking for measures to prevent future acts of aggression in medical settings.