MBG Catering Allegedly A Source Of Food Toxics In Bogor: 36 Students Affected

The victims affected by MBG poisoning consulted with a doctor, Wednesday, May 7, 2025 (doc the Bogor City Government)

The Bogor City Health Office (Dinkes) moved quickly to investigate the alleged food poisoning that occurred in the school environment, Wednesday, May 7. This incident is thought to have come from food provided by MBG catering providers.

Head of the Bogor City Health Office Sri Nowo Retno said an epidemiological investigation was carried out immediately after the report was received at around 12.00 WIB. The first case was known to appear at 15.00 WIB, with a total of 36 people experiencing symptoms such as mild diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and fever.

"Of the 36 cases, 12 people were hospitalized. Five are still undergoing treatment, while seven others have been allowed to go home," said Retno in her statement, Thursday, May 8.

As many as 24 other people who experience mild symptoms have been treated by the School Health Unit (UKS) doctor at the Insani Bina School.

The Health Office has taken samples of food to be tested in the laboratory. The results are estimated to come out within a few days. Retno added that his party also checked the kitchen of the food provider which distributed 2,977 servings to 13 schools.

"Until 17.00 WIB, there have been no case reports from 12 other schools," he said.

The Health Office is coordinating with the Education Office and schools to monitor the possibility of additional cases emerging. All hospitals in Bogor City have also been asked to be prepared.

Retno emphasized that her party continues to monitor food security through kitchen inspections, food sanitation hygiene training, and environmental sampling. This activity is part of routine assistance to the implementation of nutritional-based food (MBG).

The public is advised to pay attention to the process of processing and serving food. If health complaints appear after eating, residents are asked to immediately access the nearest health service or contact the PSC 119 call center.