Kids Get Sick & Bounce Back After Camp Food Fiasco
In a turn of events that could have given any camp mascot a case of the migraine of disappointment, more than 120 youngsters and their teachers fell ill after munching on packets of fried macaroni at a holiday camp in Bedok.
What went sideways? The camp, called “Passport to Primary 1”, was run by Learning Horizon (a part of Busy Bees Asia Group) for six‑year‑old campers. It used FoodTalks Catering & Manufacturer’s pre‑packed meals.
Numbers that Made Heads Spin
- 131 people down for ghoul‑ish gastrointestinal drama.
- 115 little legends, 16 adult champions.
- No new cases reported on Wednesday – the Ministry of Health gave the green light.
Camp and the Chaotic Chill
Learning Horizon’s spokesman rolled out the truth: “‑> 60+ kids & teachers spewed on Monday.” Consequently, the camp stopped “with immediate effect” and parents were promised full refunds. The pub‑safety office, NAE, and the Agri‑Food Authority joined forces to dig into the mystery.
Meals, Menaces & Muzzedout Movers
FoodTalks first launched in 2004, handing out packet meals for corporate shindigs and school camps. The firm declined to comment, but the government has been asking for stool tests from food handlers, and snatches of food/environment are being examined.
Parents, Parental Panic & the Punch‑line
- Ms. Diyana Sudarsono’s 6‑year‑old survived a small tummy ache, returned to school, and most friends had milder hiccups.
- Alice’s kid’s buddies drank—literal—water from “packed food”, but still shook off the downturn and showed up at school. (Shout‑out to parents who remember taking a precautionary bike ride to the hospital in case of emergency.)
- One teacher from the camp shared that her centre’s kids bounced back fast, with many school‑going again on Tuesday.
Thanks to swift medical attention, all campers were released on the same day—they’re back to play, no hospital beds on the backlog.
Key Takeaway
The Ministry is on the case; we’ll know the culprit soon. In the meantime, parents beware of packed pasta munchies; your kids might just jump into a cholera‑free zone for a day.
