Health authorities probe possible food poisoning cluster at police college

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Jess MaMarch 7, 2026 at 01:12 PM

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Health authorities are investigating a possible food poisoning cluster affecting 53 trainees, aged 20 to 40, at the Hong Kong Police College. Since Thursday evening, the trainees have experienced symptoms including abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and fever. The Centre for Health Protection was notified on Friday after college staff observed trainees displaying symptoms of acute gastroenteritis. The police college has reminded its staff and trainees to maintain vigilance regarding personal, environmental, and food hygiene. The Department of Health is currently investigating the cause of the outbreak.

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