17 Students Poisoned by Jatropha Seeds in Cadiz City; 1 Critical
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17 Students Poisoned by Jatropha Seeds in Cadiz City; 1 Critical

Seventeen elementary students in Cadiz City, Negros Occidental, suffered food poisoning after accidentally consuming toxic Jatropha seeds. Eight were placed under 24-hour observation, with one in critical condition. Authorities are issuing warnings.

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