Mass Food Poisoning Symptoms Reported at University in Wonju
In Wonju, Gangwon Province, health authorities have launched an epidemiological investigation after multiple students at a local university exhibited symptoms of food poisoning. On May 18, at approximately 8:53 AM, a student from the university's dormitory was transported to a hospital after complaining of abdominal pain. Medical examinations confirmed that the student had contracted food poisoning. Following this, health officials coordinated with the university to transfer around 30 other students displaying similar symptoms to nearby hospitals. Investigations are currently underway at the university's cafeteria and other facilities to determine the source of the foodborne illness.