Health officials in China are accused of tampering with blood tests of over 200 children affected by lead-contaminated food, according to an ongoing investigation. The report, released by an independent health watchdog, alleges that government personnel may have altered test results to conceal the extent of the poisoning crisis. The affected children, whose symptoms included severe neurological damage, were treated at a hospital in Beijing, where the tampering was allegedly conducted to downplay the health risks.
The incident has drawn international attention, with health organizations condemning the alleged interference in medical testing. Experts warn that lead poisoning can have long-term developmental consequences for children, particularly in cases where the contamination is not properly addressed. While the Chinese government has not yet commented on the findings, the report has prompted calls for increased transparency and accountability in public health management.