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Fatal food poisoning at Polam Kopitiam claims fourth victim
Deputy Minister of Health Wang Pi-Sheng confirms a 40-year-old woman’s death due to food poisoning at Polam Kopitiam, marking the fourth fatality linked to the tea house in Taipei’s Xinyi A13 branch. The outbreak has resulted in 35 cases, with two patients still hospitalized.2024/04/29 14:29 -
Bongkrekic acid confirmed at Polam Kopitiam, probe continues
Investigation into food poisoning at Polam Kopitiam’s Hsin-yi A13 branch in Taipei finds no Burkholderia gladioli bacteria on kitchen utensils or chef’s hands, despite bongkrekic acid detected in chef’s samples. Deputy Health Minister Wang Pi-sheng speculates on contamination scenarios as evidence points to branch’s responsibility.2024/04/08 13:46 -
Mayor Chiang acts on fatal food poisoning case
The story covers Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s announcement regarding a recent food poisoning incident at Polam Kopitiam’s Far Eastern Department Xinyi A13 store, resulting in one death and several illnesses. Health officials, food safety officers, epidemiologists, and police are investigating the source of the illness. The Taipei City’s Department of Health has ordered the closure of the store and its branches in Taipei. If you have dined at Polam Kopitiam in Xinyi district and experience symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.2024/03/27 14:36 -
Taiwan’s FDA investigates deadly food poisoning case
A suspected mass food poisoning incident at a vegetarian restaurant in Taipei’s Xinyi District has left one person dead and eight others ill, according to Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration. Wu Shou-mei, Director-General of the FDA, stated that three victims are in serious condition. The incident occurred at Polam Kopitiam in the Far Eastern Department Store’s Xinyi A13 branch. Authorities are investigating the cause and testing food samples from the restaurant.2024/03/27 13:45 -
Potential food poisoning incident under probe in Taipei
Taipei’s Department of Health is investigating a food safety scandal involving Polam Kopitiam at Far Eastern Department Store Xinyi A13. Two diners experienced symptoms of food poisoning after consuming food at the restaurant. The investigation results are expected in two weeks. The restaurant faces potential fines if health violations are not rectified by the given deadline.2024/03/26 16:21