A food poisoning outbreak has caused significant concern in the municipality of Corralillo, Villa Clara, after 16 individuals, including several minors, exhibited symptoms of dehydration, diarrhea, and vomiting following the consumption of locally produced condensed milk.
The affected product was distributed by the local Agropecuaria Company and originated from the Sagua Dairy Company, according to a statement made by Dr. Juan José Pulido López, Director General of Health of Villa Clara, on social media this Thursday.
The incident was first reported when several affected individuals sought medical attention at the Corralillo town clinic, prompting health authorities to issue an immediate alert. The patients were transferred to the 'Mártires del 9 de Abril' Hospital in Sagua la Grande, where they received medical care and are now out of danger. Official sources have confirmed that some patients have already been discharged.
In response to the situation, local authorities visited the site to oversee actions and issued warnings urging the public to avoid consuming the affected product. Additionally, samples of the product have been sent to the provincial laboratory to determine the exact cause of the outbreak, though results are still pending, according to Pulido López.
In recent hours, journalist Roxana Sánchez Valera of Radio Sagua reported via social media that all affected patients have been discharged and are in good health at home. Authorities reiterated that no severe cases or fatalities have been reported, dispelling circulating rumors on social media. The incident remains under investigation to prevent future occurrences.
Authorities emphasized the importance of staying informed through official sources and avoiding the spread of unverified information that could cause unnecessary panic. They stressed that the situation is under control and debunked any claims suggesting a lethal outbreak.
In March, eight children in the municipality of Florencia, Ciego de Ávila, suffered food poisoning at a party and required urgent hospital care. Dr. Nilka Pita Alemán, provincial director of Public Health, noted that the food responsible for the poisoning was yet to be identified. "Samples were taken to our laboratories for analysis," she said.
The director detailed that the patients arrived with dehydration caused by vomiting. All were admitted and later discharged from the hospital. The minors were attending a birthday party in the municipal capital of Florencia and had to be transferred to the Roberto Rodríguez Provincial General Teaching Hospital in Morón. It is presumed that the food poisoning was caused by something they consumed at the celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Villa Clara Food Poisoning Incident
The recent food poisoning incident in Villa Clara has raised several questions. Below are some frequently asked questions and their answers to provide a clearer understanding of the situation.
What caused the food poisoning in Villa Clara?
The food poisoning was caused by the consumption of locally produced condensed milk distributed by the Agropecuaria Company and originating from the Sagua Dairy Company.
How many people were affected by the outbreak?
A total of 16 individuals, including several minors, were affected by the outbreak.
What symptoms did the affected individuals experience?
The affected individuals exhibited symptoms of dehydration, diarrhea, and vomiting.
What measures are being taken to address the situation?
Local authorities are overseeing actions at the site, have issued warnings to avoid the affected product, and have sent product samples to a provincial laboratory to determine the exact cause of the outbreak.