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2 clusters · 7 sources · 3 days · First seen 6 days ago · Last updated 3 days ago

Gastrointestinal outbreak at Porto Seguro resort

Overview

Health authorities in Porto Seguro, Bahia, are investigating a gastrointestinal outbreak at the Porto Seguro Praia Resort. Sanitary surveillance officials have inspected the facility and collected food samples to determine the cause of the illness.

Guests reported symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. While the resort stated that 16 guests received medical attention, some individuals reported higher numbers, with one guest alleging up to 150 people fell ill between Thursday and Saturday. The resort management stated it is following food safety protocols and cooperating with authorities while awaiting laboratory results.

Entities

Porto Seguro · Porto Seguro Praia Resort · Vila do Bem Viver · Vigilância Sanitária · Huliana Paixao

Timeline

3 days ago

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Sanitary authorities are investigating a gastrointestinal outbreak at the Porto Seguro Praia Resort in Bahia, Brazil, following reports of numerous guests experiencing vomiting and abdominal cramps.

Sources

acorianooriental.pt · atarde.com.br · bahiaextremosul.com.br · bahianoticias.com.br · jacobinanoticia.com.br · pimenta.blog.br · turismo.ig.com.br