State poisoning survivors get annuity increase Health

Some 1069 survivors of the massive poisoning of Social Security patients, almost 12 years ago with a cough mixture containing diethylene glycol, will see their compensation annuity climb $200 to $800 following the approval by the National Assembly in the third debate of Bill 721. Diethylene glycol is used in windshield washer fluid. The poisoning led to scores of deaths.

Gabriel Pascual, of the Committee of Relatives for the Right to Health and Life, expressed his satisfaction for the approval in the Legislative.  

The leader said that another 500 affected are waiting for the certification of the inter-institutional commission in order to enjoy the support.