The Embassy of Kazakhstan reported updated information on November 3 regarding the situation of Kazakh citizens hospitalized in Tashkent following an alleged poisoning. Of the ten citizens who were hospitalized, some have already been discharged.
Currently, eight people are still under medical observation. According to the diplomatic mission, an additional child was admitted to City Clinical Infectious Hospital No. 5 on November 2. The total number of Kazakh citizens in Tashkent hospitals reached 18, including 12 children and six adults.
Ten people have been sent home so far—four adults and six children. The remaining eight patients, including six children, continue to receive treatment, and their condition is characterized as stable, with all necessary medical support being provided.
The young footballers are showing positive dynamics. Specialists are conducting additional research to determine the cause of the intestinal infection; PCR test results are expected by the evening of November 4.
In total, 95 Kazakh citizens arrived in Tashkent to participate in the competitions. According to the embassy, thirteen people have already been able to return home. Twelve Kazakhs remain in Uzbekistan, eight of whom are in inpatient facilities. The authorities of Karaganda region are assisting in organizing their return and conducting medical examinations upon arrival.
Previously, the Ministry of Health of Uzbekistan informed that twenty Kazakh citizens required medical assistance. At that time, the department specified that two patients had been discharged, and eighteen were continuing treatment. A criminal case was initiated regarding this incident.
