1,000 South Koreans in Namwon suffer food poisoning from contaminated kimchi, causing norovirus outbreaks in schools.

1,000 South Koreans are suffering from food poisoning due to contaminated kimchi, causing norovirus outbreaks in Namwon City. Kimchi, a popular dish, was distributed through school meals, affecting students and staff from 24 schools. The local government is investigating the source, with norovirus found in patients and samples. The kimchi producer is voluntarily recalling products but remains unnamed.

July 06, 2024
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