Number of People Applying to Hospitals with Health Complaints Increases in Tokat
The number of people applying to hospitals with complaints of nausea and diarrhea in Tokat reached 2,914, and the governorate issued a warning regarding the use of tap water.
The number of citizens applying to healthcare institutions in Tokat with complaints of nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea has reached 2,914 people. Investigations regarding the issue are ongoing.
Number of Hospital Admissions
Across Tokat, the total number of people applying to healthcare institutions with complaints of nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea reached 2,914 citizens. An investigation was immediately launched by the relevant institutions regarding the process.
Health Status of Children
It was reported that the general health status of the 18 children whose treatments continue in hospitals is good and they are being closely monitored by healthcare teams.
Samples Sent to Ankara
In order to clarify the cause of the complaints, drinking water samples taken from different points of the city were sent to the Ankara Public Health Reference Laboratory to undergo a detailed examination.
Tap Water Warning from the Governorate
While laboratory results are expected to be received within three days, the governorate warned citizens not to use tap water for drinking and food preparation purposes until the results are announced.
Municipality's Infrastructure Statement
The Tokat Municipality stated that the allegations that sewage water mixed into the drinking water network do not reflect the truth, and announced that there is no technical finding indicating that the health complaints experienced stem from infrastructure systems.