Brazil's Health Minister Warns Against Alcohol Amid Methanol Poisoning Surge
Brazil's Health Minister has issued a stark warning against alcohol consumption nationwide, following a surge in methanol poisoning cases. The UFC tournament in Rio de Janeiro, set for October 12, will proceed despite the advisory. Counterfeit alcohol is suspected as the source of the poisonings, which have claimed three lives and affected over 200 people.
The UFC event, featuring a lightweight bout between Charles Oliveira and Mateusz Gamrot, will go ahead as planned. The Absolute Fighting Championship (AFC) has cautioned its staff to avoid alcohol due to the ongoing methanol poisoning crisis. Investigations are underway to determine if the incidents were deliberate or due to manufacturing errors. The UFC has not yet commented on the minister's warning or the impact on their event.
With methanol poisoning cases on the rise, Brazil's Health Minister has urged citizens to steer clear of alcohol. The UFC tournament in Rio de Janeiro will proceed, but with a clear warning from the AFC to its staff. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of these poisonings, as the nation awaits further guidance on alcohol safety.
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