Findings from Hospitalizations After Graduation Ceremony Revealed

As of June 9, 2022, at 11:00 AM, 17 individuals who participated in the graduation ceremony in Byureghavan have been hospitalized, with all in a mild condition. This information comes from the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

“Laboratory tests have revealed the presence of pathogenic microorganisms causing intestinal infectious diseases, namely ‘Salmonella enteritidis’ and ‘Staphylococcus aureus,’ in biological samples taken from the patients.

The results of the epidemiological investigation indicate that the likely cause of the recorded cases of intestinal infectious diseases is related to food factors. It should be noted that salmonellosis is an intestinal infectious disease characterized by severe poisoning and clinical diversity. The infection is transmitted to humans through contaminated food.

To avoid intestinal infectious diseases, the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention urges:

• Do not purchase food sold in unauthorized locations;
• Avoid buying food prepared and sold outdoors that requires special preparation and storage conditions, such as meats, dairy products, creamy pastries, eggs, fish, fresh caviar, canned goods, pies, puff pastries, barbecue, etc.;
• Wash hands frequently with soap and water;
• Thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables under running water for at least 2-3 minutes before consumption;
• Store food in closed containers to avoid contamination;
• Keep perishable food in the refrigerator;
• If you experience symptoms of intestinal infectious diseases (fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, general weakness, etc.), consult a doctor immediately.