Mass food poisoning in Vung Tau linked to popular bakery, 291 affected

On the morning of November 28, the People's Committee of Vung Tau reported that 291 people sought medical attention after eating sandwiches from the popular Co Ba bakery. Among the affected, three cases were classified as severe.

Vung Tau General Hospital received 224 of these patients, 154 of whom were admitted for

"This is the largest suspected food poisoning case we've ever handled in Vung Tau, but the situation is still under control," said a hospital official. The hospital initiated emergency protocols and mobilized all departments to assist with

Meanwhile, the Vietsovpetro Medical Center recorded a few more patients seeking treatment this morning, bringing their total to 67. Of these, 65 have already been discharged.

The affected individuals reported symptoms of stomach pain, high fever, and frequent diarrhea after consuming sandwiches from Co Ba bakery on Nguyen An Ninh Street in the afternoon and evening of November 26. The sandwiches, typically sold in large quantities (600–700 servings daily), were made with a combination of ingredients including boiled pork, shredded pork, butter, pâté, sausage, pickled vegetables, and herbs.