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Rondônia authorities began investigating a suspected case of methanol poisoning in the city of Candeias do Jamari. The patient is being accompanied by medical teams, who monitor their vital signs and apply specific service protocols for this type of poisoning.
The episode caught the attention of state authorities, who seek to identify the origin of the drink consumed and prevent new cases from occurring. The Civil Police work in conjunction with health agencies to collect information, oversee establishments and track possible distribution points of adulterated product.
Health officials and police accompany a suspected case of methanol poisoning in Jamari Candeias, Rondônia/Photo: Illustrative
Experts warn that methanol is extremely toxic and can cause serious complications such as vision loss, organ failure and even death. Therefore, they recommend that the population avoid consuming any alcohol of dubious origin or without original packaging.
The Ministry of Health, while focusing most cases in São Paulo, follows the situation in Rondônia and other states, providing technical information and guidelines for intoxications management. Surveillance and surveillance teams are warned to act quickly if new suspicions arise.