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Taiwan Railway to resume meal service after safety check
Taiwan Railway will resume meal service on Nov. 20 after addressing food safety concerns. An inspection found no major issues following a Nov. 17 incident.
2024/11/19 15:32
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New Taipei restaurant closed after food poisoning scare
Authorities closed a New Taipei City restaurant after 24 patrons reported food poisoning symptoms. Health officials found hygiene issues and mandated corrective actions.
2024/10/17 09:58
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Kaohsiung school food poisoning affects 42 students
Health officials in Kaohsiung City addressed a food poisoning outbreak at Chung Cheng Armed Forces Preparatory School. Forty-two students were affected, but all have stabilized. Inspectors found hygiene issues, prompting a seven-day meal service halt.
2024/10/15 14:52
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Victims’ families seek payout after food poisoning
Five families affected by the March food poisoning incident in Taipei seek compensation, with one family undecided. The new law expedites the process.
2024/10/11 17:52
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32 join lawsuit against eatery after deadly food poisoning
Discover the details of a class-action lawsuit against Polam Kopitiam in Taipei, where 32 people seek justice for a food poisoning incident that claimed six lives. Learn about the legal battle and its implications for food safety.
2024/09/23 16:17
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Toxic pesticide found in Taitung food poisoning case
Discover the latest on the Taitung mass food poisoning: tests confirm terbufos, a toxic pesticide, in millet dumplings. With three fatalities and ongoing investigations, learn more about the health implications and authorities’ response.
2024/09/19 14:22
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Pesticide residue suspected in Taitung food poisoning case
Discover the latest on the Taitung food poisoning case: Experts suspect pesticide residue on dumplings as the cause, with three dead and nine hospitalized. Investigations continue to pinpoint the exact toxin.
2024/09/18 14:04
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Taiwan compensates families of food poisoning victims
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of Justice and the Association for Victims Support are aiding families of the Polam Kopitiam food poisoning incident, with each receiving NT$1.8 million in compensation.
2024/07/05 14:39
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Tourists fall ill in Kinmen County, food poisoning suspected
Discover the details of a potential food poisoning incident in Kinmen County, where 24 tourists fell ill, prompting an investigation by the Public Health Bureau. Learn about the violations found and the strict penalties awaiting non-compliant restaurants.
2024/07/02 13:14
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Sixth death confirmed in Taipei food poisoning outbreak
Discover the latest on the food poisoning outbreak at Polam Kopitiam in Taipei, which has now claimed a sixth life, a 46-year-old woman, despite intensive medical efforts.
2024/06/11 16:47
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Fifth death linked to restaurant’s food poisoning outbreak
Discover the latest on the food poisoning outbreak at Polam Kopitiam in Taipei, which has resulted in a fifth fatality and raised serious food safety concerns.
2024/06/06 15:46
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15 hospitalized in Kinmen for food poisoning, now recovered
Discover the details of a suspected food poisoning incident affecting 61 tourists in Kinmen after dining out, including the response from local health authorities and the ongoing investigation.
2024/05/29 16:39
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Suspected food poisoning hits students, teachers on trip
Discover the details of a suspected food poisoning incident at Yuteh Private International School in New Taipei City, affecting over 250 students and teachers after a field trip. Learn about the ongoing investigation and the community’s response.
2024/05/09 10:42
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Athletes ill after hotel breakfast, investigation launched
Discover the story of ten athletes at the National Intercollegiate Athletic Games in Taichung suffering from alleged food poisoning, with suspicions pointing to a hotel’s breakfast buffet. Follow the investigation led by the Taichung City Office of Food and Drug Safety into the cause, involving sample testing and preventive measures.
2024/04/30 18:21
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52 diners fall ill after eating at Kaohsiung buffet
A food poisoning outbreak at Hi-Lai Harbour restaurant in Kaohsiung has led to 50 people seeking medical attention for symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain, following dining experiences on April 26 and 27. The Kaohsiung City Department of Health is investigating, conducting microbial tests, and has mandated an improvement plan for the restaurant.
2024/04/29 15:46
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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
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Intensive care continues for four from food poisoning
Deputy Minister Victory Wang provides an update on the Polam Kopitam food poisoning outbreak in Taipei. Four patients remain in critical condition, with one undergoing a liver transplant and another needing ECMO treatment due to severe complications.
2024/04/19 18:20
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Taipei police near breakthrough in food poisoning mystery
The Taipei City Police Department is close to a breakthrough in the Polam Kopitiam food poisoning case, with officials stating no poison was found in samples, and only a Vietnamese chef’s hands tested positive for Bongkrek acid. The case remains under investigation, with all possible leads being explored.
2024/04/18 16:19
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No bacteria found in Polam Kopitiam chefs’ homes
Meta description (160 characters): Polam Kopitiam food poisoning case update: No Burkholderia gladioli found in chefs’ homes; 34 cases reported, including 2 deaths and 4 in intensive care.
2024/04/15 17:31
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Chiang unveils 4-point plan to tackle foodborne illnesses
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces four measures to address recent suspected food poisoning cases at popular restaurants, including establishing a dedicated team, increasing inspection efficiency, purchasing additional equipment, and launching a special inspection project for food monitoring.
2024/04/11 18:09
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Over 100 fall ill after dining at Wowprime Group eateries
Taipei reports over 100 ill after dining at Truewow and Xiang La Spicy Hotpot restaurants. Mayor Chiang Wan-an addresses food poisoning cases, including Polam Kopitiam, as food safety issues resurface in the city.
2024/04/11 17:32
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Bafang Yunji Beitou branch investigated for food poisoning
Suspected food poisoning reported at Beitou Gongguan branch of Bafang Yunji in Taipei. Customers experienced vomiting and diarrhea after consuming corn soup and potstickers. Health department found unclean freezer fan and shelves, issued deadline for improvements. Restaurant cooperating with authorities, can continue normal operations pending investigation results.
2024/04/09 11:32
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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
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Family of 6 hospitalized after dining at Taipei buffet
The Taipei City Department of Health investigates a family’s hospitalization after dining at the Island Buffet Restaurant in Grand Hilai Taipei. Inspectors collect samples and find unclean conditions, ordering the restaurant to make improvements by April 8 or face fines up to NT$200 million.
2024/04/01 17:46
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Taiwan considers renaming bongkrek acid to avoid rice stigma
Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare Victor Wang addresses the rare occurrence of Bongkrek acid production in Taiwan, sparking public fear after a food poisoning incident. Wang discusses the conditions necessary for toxin production and potential changes to the Chinese translation to avoid stigmatizing rice products.
2024/04/01 16:04