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Kapit infant remains hospitalized; postpartum depression link unclear
Malaysian authorities said they have yet to receive medical confirmation linking a mother's mental health condition to a disturbing incident in Sarawak involving a buried infant. The child continues to receive treatment in hospital.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUCHING, Oct 31 — The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry said it has not yet obtained medical confirmation regarding any connection between postpartum depression and the case of an infant discovered buried in Kapit, Sarawak.
Ministry secretary-general Nancy Shukri told reporters on Tuesday that investigations into the matter remain ongoing and that conclusive medical findings have not been established at this stage.
The infant, who was recovered following the incident, continues to receive medical care at a hospital in the state. Authorities have been working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the case.
The ministry said it is coordinating with relevant medical and social welfare agencies to assess the situation comprehensively. Officials stressed the importance of determining all factors involved before drawing any conclusions about the underlying causes.
No further details regarding the investigation have been disclosed at this time.