Shredded chicken suspected in University of Canterbury illness outbreak

The Press1NewsTuesday 5 November 2024 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

In this story New Zealand Food Safety, University of Canterbury

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New Zealand Food Safety experts are investigating shredded chicken as the potential cause of illness for over 100 students at University of Canterbury accommodation. Students reported vomiting and diarrhoea after eating a meal on Sunday night. Officials have been inspecting kitchens and conducting interviews to determine the exact cause.

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First reported by The Press, Tue 5 Nov 2024, 11:39am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 5 hours
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    Shredded chicken probably to blame for mass UC sickness (opens in new tab)

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    Food Safety identify potential cause of Canterbury Uni student illness (opens in new tab)