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After Two People Die From Donuts, Israeli Health Ministry Explains How To Eat Them

December 22, 2022 - from VIN News

"Two people lost their lives in Israel while eating donuts this week. A third is in serious condition in the ICU. The Israeli health ministry decided to respond and explain the dangers of eating donuts and how they should be eaten properly.

"o why does this happen and how can we mitigate the danger of asphyxia and make eating donuts safer? The ministry explained that “a donut is soft but from the moment we start eating it, it becomes a sticky dough. It is recommended to take small bites and to remember that a donut needs intensive chewing not less than when chewing a steak.

"'If you have children up to the age of 3, or if you are a senior citizen with false teeth or missing teeth, if you have difficulty chewing hard foods and have a dry mouth or medical conditions which make swallowing difficult – be much more careful. Medical specialists and speech therapists can assist in treating difficulties swallowing. Look after yourselves and happy Chanukah!'

"During the first four days of Chanukah, a 70-year-old resident of Netanya and a 67-year-old resident of Bnei Brak died while attempting to eat donuts. A 65-year-old resident of Ofakim choked on a donut and is still in serious condition in hospital."