Thirty-five individuals have been hospitalized in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, following a food poisoning outbreak that occurred on Thursday. Among them, twenty-eight are currently in intensive care, according to a report by the Saudi newspaper Arab News.
The outbreak has been linked to the presence of Clostridium botulinum bacteria and was traced back to the local Hamburgini fast-food restaurant chain. Mohammed Abdalali, a spokesperson for the Health Ministry, indicated that six individuals have fully recovered after receiving medical treatment, and two others have been discharged safely. However, the remaining 35 affected individuals continue to be hospitalized, with 28 of them requiring intensive care.
Clostridium botulinum is known to cause botulism, a serious illness that can result in paralysis and even death if left untreated. This bacterium is commonly associated with contaminated canned foods and processed meats.
In response to the outbreak, Saudi authorities have taken action by closing all branches of the Hamburgini fast-food chain and its factory located in Riyadh, as reported by Arab News.
