Manus Island workers suffered 'psychotic' episodes after being given anti-malarial drug

By Nicole Hasham
Updated August 25 2016 - 3:43am, first published August 24 2016 - 7:59pm
The use of melfloquine on Manus Island has been questioned by health professionals and others.  Photo: The Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship via Getty Images
The use of melfloquine on Manus Island has been questioned by health professionals and others. Photo: The Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship via Getty Images

Manus Island workers have reportedly suffered psychotic episodes after being given a controversial anti-malarial drug and detainees are still being offered the medication despite official warnings that people with mental illness should not use it.

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