Thousands Admitted to Hospitals in Tokat with Nausea and Vomiting Complaints
As healthcare facilities experienced congestion due to sudden health issues in the city center, authorities urged citizens to take precautions.
The number of people applying to hospitals due to nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain starting in the evening hours in Tokat city center has risen to between 1,300 and 1,400, while 15 patients continue to receive inpatient treatment.
Hospitals Experienced Congestion
Hospitals experienced congestion due to complaints of nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain that started in the evening hours the day before in Tokat city center.
Following the complaints first observed in children, adults also applied to healthcare institutions, bringing the total number of applications to around 1,300 to 1,400.
Condition of Inpatient Patients
Dr. İhsan Canbolat, Head of Tokat Public Health Services, stated that the applications first began with pediatric patients and later spread to adults.
It was shared that there are currently 15 patients receiving inpatient treatment and that the general health condition of all of them is good.
Water Statement from the Mayor
Tokat Mayor Mehmet Kemal Yazıcıoğlu stated that drinking water is regularly inspected by the Provincial Health Directorate teams.
Mayor Yazıcıoğlu emphasized that no negativity was encountered in the test results performed most recently on October 5, 2026.
Temporary Water Boiling Warning
Authorities strongly requested citizens to act cautiously for a temporary period and boil the water before use until the test results become clear.
It was reported that there might be a slight odor in the drinking water due to chlorination and that official institutions should be followed for accurate information.