A 19-year-old boy in Mumbai dies after consuming shawarma

Two vendors have been arrested This incident highlights the importance of food safety.

Mumbai Incident

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Food Safety Tips to Prevent Illness

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Previous Cases of Shawarma-Related Illness

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What is Shawarma?

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