Turtle Meat Triggers Fatalities on Pemba Island: Chelonitoxism Outbreak Causes Deaths and Hospitalizations

ZANZIBAR, Tanzania – A tragic incident unfolded on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago, where several people were either killed or fell ill after consuming sea turtle meat. The local authorities reported that eight children and one adult lost their lives, while 78 others were admitted to hospitals. Sea turtle meat is considered a delicacy … Read more