Food poisoning cases up to 84 in Ain Al-Basha

Afaq News
The number of victims of the second mass food poisoning incident has risen to 84, said Balqa Health Director, Wael al-Azab, on Sunday
Most patients were admitted to different hospitals in Balqa but some were admitted to Prince Hamzah Hospital in Amman
All cases are in stable condition and currently undergoing treatment, al-Azab said
Investigations are underway and 24 establishments were shut down until the final results are out
Samples were taken from all facilities, including water samples
This mass poisoning incident is completely separate from the food poisoning cases caused by the shawarma restaurant, he added
Hospitals in Balqa are ready and capable to cater to the needs of all patients, including enough beds, medical staff and transportation