Kids Were Given Cough Syrup From India. Dozens Of Them Died
Big Take11 Jul 2023

Kids Were Given Cough Syrup From India. Dozens Of Them Died

For decades, India has been a top player in global pharmaceuticals. But its drug regulatory system came under scrutiny after toxic chemicals were found in Indian-produced medicine that led to the deaths of scores of children in Gambia. Bloomberg reporter Zachary Mider and contributor Swati Gupta discuss their investigation into a pharmaceutical company and the ripple effects of its supply chain across the globe.

Read more: Poisoned Cough Syrup Killed Kids. Authorities Cut the Investigation Short

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