Israel's Health Ministry notified parents that anesthetic substances were found in Prinok-brand baby fruit puree purchased at Zol VeGadol stores, following the hospitalization of two toddlers. The ministry urges parents to stop feeding the product immediately and return it to stores. An investigation is ongoing.
The Health Ministry's update marks a sharp escalation from Monday's initial investigation. On Monday, the ministry said it was probing a possible link between the Prinok product and the hospitalization of two children; now, after laboratory testing, it has confirmed the presence of anesthetic agents in the puree. The ministry instructed parents to stop feeding the product and return it to Zol VeGadol stores. The source of contamination and the type of anesthetic substance remain under investigation. As The Zioneer reported on Monday, the initial probe was launched after two toddlers were hospitalized; the ministry has not yet released updated numbers of affected children.
5 developments
- DevelopingTwo more children hospitalized in Prinok puree affair; police, Shin Bet probe 'nationalist motive'
- StrongShin Bet joins investigation into anesthetics in Prinok baby puree, agency denies involvement
- StrongSedatives found in baby food sold in Israel — police probe expanded
- DevelopingMK Ginzburg demands urgent Health Committee hearing on baby food tampering
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