Food poisoning in a retirement home: Urgent investigation started

Food poisoning in a retirement home: Urgent investigation started

In a tragic incident at a retirement home in Florence, several deaths occurred due to food poisoning. According to media reports, food poisoning was suspected as the cause, which came from a kitchen in the area that has since closed. The victims included elderly people, whose cause of death will be examined in more detail through an ordered autopsy. Local health authorities have already begun investigations to clarify possible errors in the preparation of the food Small newspaper reported.

Investigations and hygiene inspections

As part of the investigation, inspectors from the Department of Hygiene are on site to investigate the exact circumstances. Such incidents raise serious questions about safety standards in facilities designed primarily to protect the elderly. In addition to the investigation, the processes in the kitchen are also being examined to determine whether there were any serious violations that led to the poisoning. The case highlights the importance of strict hygiene regulations, especially in utility facilities.

Investigators now face the challenge of identifying not only the cause of the food poisoning but also those responsible and ensuring that similar incidents can be avoided in the future. The tragedy highlights the need for facilities specializing in the care of older people to take all measures to ensure the health and safety of their residents. NDR has emphasized the importance of relevant studies and audits of these security measures.