On October 15, reporters from Xi’an’s Yanta District provided an update regarding a concerning health situation at a local kindergarten. Multiple children at the Shicheng Character Kindergarten exhibited symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea. After a thorough investigation, food poisoning has been ruled out, and it has been confirmed that 48 children tested positive for norovirus. Fortunately, their conditions are now stable.

Officials from Yanta District reported that on October 11, several children at the kindergarten showed signs of illness, prompting an immediate emergency response. A working group comprised of the district’s education bureau, health department, and market regulation bureau was dispatched to the site to assess the situation and initiate an investigation.

As of October 15, health officials confirmed 48 cases of norovirus infection among the children, all of whom are stable and there are no severe cases nor any new infections. Laboratory tests of food samples and clinical evaluations have conclusively ruled out food poisoning as the cause of these symptoms.

The investigation highlighted several issues within the kindergarten, including improper internal management and inadequate operational qualifications. In response, the working group has established a temporary closure of the facility to conduct a thorough overhaul. They are committed to ensuring the sick children receive the necessary medical care and are facilitating health check-ups for all students, as well as assisting families with the transfer process to other schools based on parental requests.

Additionally, market regulation authorities are investigating any irregularities within the cafeteria’s operations, while health departments are advising the kindergarten on disinfection measures. There are also ongoing actions across the district’s schools to address seasonal infectious diseases and food safety concerns. Furthermore, the district’s discipline inspection committee has formed an investigation team to examine the kindergarten’s operational qualifications more closely.

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