'Clinic kept kid in vuil room'

A MANENBERG mother has expressed her shock and horror after her young son was allegedly neglected at Heideveld Day Clinic (CDC) on Monday June 9.

- BY NABEELAH MOHEDEEN

The incident also highlights concerns about the state of public healthcare services.

The young boy, whose identity has been withheld to protect his privacy, was taken to the clinic at around 5pm after complaining of widespread pain.

According to the boy's mother, upon arrival, she learned that her son had not been attended to, despite his evident suffering.

Instead, he was reportedly placed in a makeshift area filled with soiled clothing, cleaning supplies, and bloody bedding.