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19 DC National Guard Cadets Hospitalized; Food Link Suspected

7/28/2026

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The U.S. DC National Guard sent at least 19 cadets from Capital Guardian Youth Challenge Academy to hospitals on Sunday after they reported dizziness, headaches and nausea.
A mother reported her son’s blood test showed elevated carbon monoxide, yet fire officials found no carbon monoxide at the site.
Officials have not confirmed cause, suggest a food link, closed the academy, and are coordinating with emergency medical and public health authorities.

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The U.S. DC National Guard sent at least 19 cadets from Capital Guardian Youth Challenge Academy to hospitals on Sunday after they reported dizziness, headaches and nausea.
A mother reported her son’s blood test showed elevated carbon monoxide, yet fire officials found no carbon monoxide at the site.
Officials have not confirmed cause, suggest a food link, closed the academy, and are coordinating with emergency medical and public health authorities.