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58 Fall Ill After Prasad at Dhemaji Party
3 Jul
Summary
- Fifty-eight people got sick after eating prasad at a birthday party.
- Symptoms of food poisoning appeared two days after the event.
- Samples of the prasad have been sent for testing to find the cause.
A birthday party in Dhemaji district's Jonai sub-division resulted in a significant health scare, with 58 people falling ill. The incident occurred after attendees consumed prasad at a gathering in Gali Migang village.
Symptoms of food poisoning, including nausea, vomiting, and severe dehydration, emerged two days after the Tuesday party, on Thursday evening. Patients were first taken to the Jonai PHC but were later referred to Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh due to the large number of cases. A bus was used to transport patients when ambulances were insufficient.
Of the 58 affected individuals, who hail from four villages, 21 are men and 37 are women, including 11 children. While five patients are in critical condition in the ICU, the rest are reported to be out of danger. Jonai MLA Bhubon Pegu visited the hospital, assuring affected families of proper treatment and support.
Health officials have collected samples of the prasad for laboratory testing to identify the exact cause of the contamination. Preliminary investigations suggest potential issues during preparation or storage. Test results are awaited to confirm the source of the food poisoning.
