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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Crackdown on Polam Kopitiam after food poisoning outbreak
The food poisoning incident involving Malaysian restaurant Polam Kopitiam in Taipei escalates as health authorities order all branches to cease operations immediately due to violations of the Food Safety Act, including an unregistered establishment facing a potential NT$3 million fine. Customers who dined between March 17 and 24 are advised to seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms, with the case officially classified as food poisoning.2024/03/28 16:18 -
Taiwan faces food poisoning crisis: investigation ongoing
Minister of Health and Welfare Hsueh Jui-yuan addresses a food poisoning outbreak in Taipei, suggesting endogenous toxins as a possible cause. The crisis at Polam Kopitiam has led to 14 illnesses and 2 fatalities, with suspicions of deliberate poisoning. An investigation is ongoing as experts explore the unusual symptoms and potential sources of contamination.2024/03/28 12:11 -
Food poisoning: 7 people tested positive for Salmonella
A food poisoning outbreak tied to a Vietnamese-French baguette market vendor at Zhongshan Market has affected 489 individuals. Salmonella contamination has been identified in seven cases. Taiwan’s FDA responds with an "International Cuisine Restaurant Inspection Project" to enhance vigilance. Learn about symptoms, risks, and prevention measures.2023/08/09 18:17 -
400+ affected by food poisoning at Vietnamese food stand
Media reported a severe outbreak of food poisoning caused by consuming Vietnamese baguettes from "A-chen Banm Mi Vietnam" in Zhongli District, Taoyuan.2023/08/07 19:50