1 Dead, 92 Fall Ill From ‘Food Poisoning’ at Hyderabad Mental Health Facility
- On June 2, 2025, a food poisoning incident affected psychiatric patients at the mental health facility located in Erragadda, Hyderabad, after they consumed sweets distributed during Telangana Formation Day festivities.
- The sweets distributed during the celebrations are suspected to have caused the incident, leading to a sudden rise in symptoms like nausea and vomiting among patients.
- One patient named Karan died on June 3 after collapsing, while 92 others fell ill and received treatment, with 74 patients remaining at IMH and 18 transferred to Osmania General Hospital.
- The state’s health minister visited the hospital following the incident, ordered the dismissal of the diet contractor due to serious negligence, and stated that an internal investigation along with a comprehensive report are currently in progress.
- The incident prompted medical teams from multiple hospitals to manage patient care, and officials are investigating contamination sources to prevent similar outbreaks in the future.
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Over 90 Patients Fall Ill Due to Food Poisoning at IMH, Telangana Govt Terminates Diet Contract
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. A devastating incident of food poisoning has been reported at the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Erragadda, Hyderabad. Over 85 patients fell ill, and the officials observed them and provided medical treatment. India News | Over 90 Patients Fall Ill Due to Food Poisoning at IMH, Telangana Govt Terminates Diet Contract.
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