China finds cover-up in lead poisoning of 200 children
Summary
An investigation in Tianshui city, China, found that officials and hospital staff covered up a lead poisoning case at Peixin Kindergarten, where meals were decorated with inedible paint to attract more students. As a result, hundreds of children were harmed, and several people have been detained or are under investigation.Key Facts
- Officials and hospital staff tried to hide a lead poisoning case in Tianshui, China.
- Peixin Kindergarten used inedible paint on meals, causing lead poisoning in children.
- Over 200 children got sick from eating tainted food; most have been treated and discharged.
- City officials took bribes and failed to inspect food safety properly.
- Some blood tests were tampered with, distorting original results.
- Eight people were initially detained; six have been arrested, including the principal and cooks.
- Authorities have set new national guidelines to improve food safety in schools.
- Affected families can get free medical treatment and legal help.
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