6-Year-Old Jasher François Dies After Hospital Admission for Cough — Parents Call for Investigation
A family is in mourning and calling for answers after the sudden death of 6-year-old Jasher François, who was admitted to the San Fernando Teaching Hospital for a persistent cough and died hours later.
According to his parents, Jasher had been experiencing a mild cough since Sunday but showed no other symptoms. Concerned, they brought him to the hospital where he was admitted overnight on Ward 11. His oxygen level was reportedly around 90% upon arrival and was medically increased to 100%. His mother, who stayed with him throughout the night, described him as “coherent and in good spirits.”
Doctors reportedly assured the parents that it was likely a seasonal flu and placed Jasher on antibiotics and continued nebulizer treatments. The child showed no signs of critical illness, and the family was not given any reason to worry.
The following morning, Jasher’s father arrived to relieve the mother and continued to monitor his son, who was still alert and responsive.
The father explained in a live video that a nurse administered medication through Jasher’s IV line. Shortly after, the boy cried out in pain, saying his hand was burning. The medication was stopped immediately, and Jasher vomited but seemed to return to normal.
The medication was later identified as magnesium sulfate. A nurse reportedly repositioned the IV and, after consulting a senior doctor who noted children may react to the drug, resumed administration. The father said he remained trusting and comforted his son during the process.
However, Jasher vomited multiple times and began to appear fatigued. Moments later, a nurse noticed something was wrong. Within seconds, more than 10 doctors rushed in to attempt resuscitation. Despite their efforts, Jasher could not be revived.
His parents say he was a healthy, happy child before this and are now demanding a full investigation into what happened.
In a heartfelt and emotional live video, they shared their story with the public, hoping to raise awareness and get justice for their son.
