Food Poisoning Outbreak at Iraqi Wedding Ceremony Leaves Dozens in Hospital

Thu Sep 28 2023
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KIRKUK, Iraq: Approximately 50 individuals experienced food poisoning during an event in the Iraqi town of Hawija, west of the oil city of Kirkuk, state media reported on Wednesday night, adding that the situation was under control.

According to some local media outlets, the occurrence transpired during a wedding celebration, with a minimum of 20 individuals requiring hospitalization for treatment.

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