DOH probes massive lambanog poisoning incident in Laguna

📆 12/23/2019 3:50 PM
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An investigation into the poisoning cases allegedly caused by ingestion of “lambanog” (coconut wine) in Laguna was launched Monday by the Department of Health (DOH).

Data from the Health department showed that 265 individuals from Rizal, Laguna had fallen ill and were brought to various hospitals over the weekend after drinking lambanog. Eleven were already confirmed dead, according to local police.

“DOH is on top of this. We are investigating the alleged lambanog poisoning. Meanwhile, I urge everyone to avoid drinking alcoholic drinks this holiday season. Let us stay sober as we celebrate the festivities with our families and loved ones,” Health Secretary Francisco Duque III said in a statement.

As of Monday evening, two have died and six have been hospitalized in Candelaria, Quezon after drinking lambanog.

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