Israel's Health Ministry opened an epidemiological investigation after two children were hospitalized following consumption of "Prinok" brand baby fruit puree purchased at Zol VeGadol discount stores. The ministry says a possible link to the product is being examined urgently and supervisory inspections are underway.
The Health Ministry has launched an epidemiological investigation and supervisory inspections after two children were hospitalized for consuming "Prinok" brand baby fruit puree purchased at branches of the Zol VeGadol discount chain. This development follows The Zioneer's earlier Monday afternoon report, which had noted the ministry was examining a possible link. As of this evening's update, the investigation has formally opened, with inspectors actively conducting field checks. No specific contaminant or pathogen has yet been identified, and the ministry has not disclosed the children's ages or current condition beyond confirming they were hospitalized. The probe covers both the production chain of the Prinok product and the sales records at Zol VeGadol stores.
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