Six travelers have died from suspected methanol poisoning in Vang Vieng, Laos. Most of these incidents occur in Asia, according to Doctors Without Borders.

A New Zealand citizen returns home after being poisoned by methanol in Laos. The incident claimed six lives, including tourists from Denmark, Australia, Britain, and the U.S. Authorities pledge to prosecute those responsible.

Six foreign tourists have died of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, Southeast Asia. What is the substance and how does it affect the body?