Patients with suspected food poisoning after eating ‘banh mi’ being treated at Military Hospital 175 in Ho Chi Minh City, February 27, 2026. Photo: SuppliedBetween 7:30 am and 4:00 pm, patients arrived at the emergency department showing abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever up to 39 degrees Celsius. Doctors diagnosed intestinal infection and electrolyte imbalance, with one patient experiencing hypokalemia (low potassium levels), leading to muscle cramps. The hospital emphasized the importance of choosing food from reliable sources and ensuring proper hygiene in storage and preparation. Doctors advised that anyone experiencing prolonged fever, repeated vomiting, or diarrhea should seek medical care promptly to avoid dehydration and complications.

Source: Tuoitre News February 28, 2026 15:28 UTC