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Grave Allegations of Patient Death at Larnaca General Hospital

Published February 16, 2026, 09:25
Grave Allegations of Patient Death at Larnaca General Hospital

The daughter of a 92-year-old patient who passed away at Larnaca General Hospital has filed a complaint alleging appalling conditions of care and serious medical errors. According to the complaint, her father was admitted with a mild stroke but was given food and tea while unable to swallow, resulting in aspiration pneumonia. The complainant stated that doctors did not provide clear instructions regarding the patient's diet and that nursing care was inadequate. She also reported that five patients have died at the hospital within eight days, indicating serious problems with its operation. The daughter of the deceased is calling for intervention from the President of the Republic and the Minister of Health to correct the conditions at the hospital and prevent similar incidents in the future. The complaint has sparked strong reactions and is expected to lead to an investigation into the conditions prevailing at Larnaca General Hospital. The case highlights serious issues regarding the quality of healthcare and patient safety in public hospitals in Cyprus.