Central News Agency, Tainan, May 26. A tour group from Taipei exhibited symptoms of suspected food poisoning in Tainan City today. Twelve individuals were sent to Tainan Municipal Hospital for treatment and have since been discharged to continue their itinerary. The Tainan City Health Bureau has dispatched personnel to collect samples and investigate the cause. The hospital reported that the 12 patients—9 women and 3 men—arrived for treatment around 8:00 AM and were discharged by 11:00 AM. They experienced vomiting and diarrhea between 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM. One individual had felt unwell before dinner yesterday. The hospital suspected food poisoning and notified the Health Bureau. The Bureau is currently investigating the group's itinerary and dining history.

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  • Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
  • Category: local_news