7,291 Deaths, 5 Years of Silence: Madrid's COVID-19 Nursing Home Scandal

Madrid's COVID-19 Nursing Home Deaths: 7,291 Unanswered Questions Madrid, Spain – Five years after the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the families of 7,291 elderly residents who perished in Madrid's nursing homes are still seeking answers. A recent video report by La Sexta News highlights the unanswered questions surrounding the controversial "protocolos de la vergüenza" (protocols of shame), which critics claim led to inadequate care and preventable deaths. The report focuses on the lack of response from former Madrid president Isabel Díaz Ayuso. The video presents a series of questions: Who ordered these protocols? Were they implemented fairly? Was there a political element in deciding who received care, and was there preferential treatment for those with private insurance? "¿Responderá Ayuso alguna vez a las preguntas de los familiares de los 7.291 fallecidos por los 'protocolos de la vergüenza'?" (Will Ayuso ever answer the questions of the families of the 7,291 deceased due to the 'protocols of shame'?), the video asks. This question underscores the deep frustration felt by grieving families. The video includes footage from the Madrid Assembly, where the issue was debated, and interviews with individuals involved in the situation. The lack of a subsequent investigation into the matter leaves many questions unanswered and raises serious concerns about accountability and transparency in the face of a public health crisis. The ongoing search for answers serves as a stark reminder of the importance of thorough investigations and accountability in public health emergencies.