Over 90 hospitalized in Vietnam's Dong Thap province due to suspected food poisoning from bread

An outbreak of suspected food poisoning has affected more than 90 individuals in Đồng Tháp province, Vietnam, after they consumed bread from the Hồng Ngọc 37 bakery. The incident prompted swift action from local authorities.

On the evening of June 17, officials confirmed that 93 people had been admitted to hospitals with symptoms consistent with food poisoning. These symptoms included severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, fatigue, headache, and in some cases, numbness in the hands. The patients are receiving treatment across multiple medical facilities, including Quân Y 120 Hospital and Tiền Giang General Hospital.

While four patients have recovered and been discharged, 88 remain under medical observation, and one case required transfer to a hospital in Ho Chi Minh City. The Hồng Ngọc 37 bakery, located on Lý Thường Kiệt Street in the Đạo Thạnh ward, has been ordered to close temporarily starting June 16, pending the outcome of the investigation.

Health authorities have collected samples for laboratory testing to determine the exact cause of the poisoning. Local officials are coordinating efforts to investigate the incident thoroughly and ensure public safety. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to clarify the circumstances surrounding the mass food poisoning.