New Taipei City Bento Shop Suspected Food Poisoning Case: Patients Increase to 118

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A suspected food poisoning incident at a bento shop in New Taipei City has seen the number of affected patients rise to 118. Many reported symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever after consuming bento from Qingliu Canteen's "Gongsuo Store" and "Zhongxing Store." Currently, 11 patients are hospitalized, and 20 are under observation. The Health Bureau is investigating the pathogens from "people, objects, and environment," but sample cultivation requires time. Common food items consumed included cabbage, fried eggs, braised eggs, and white rice, suggesting potential issues with food preparation or storage.