L. monocytogenes in lightly salted mackerel fillets from Latvia
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fish and fish products
- Hazard
- Listeria monocytogenes - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Latvia
- Notifier
- Lithuania
What is this? A food recall about lightly salted mackerel fillets from Latvia. They may contain harmful bacteria called Listeria.
What's happening? Some mackerel fillets from Latvia have been found to have Listeria bacteria. These products are being taken off the shelves.
Does this affect me? If you bought lightly salted mackerel fillets from Latvia, you might be at risk. Check your fridge or freezer.
What should I do? Do not eat the recalled mackerel. Return it to the store or throw it away. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Information notification for follow-up · Risk: Serious · Category: fish and fish products · Hazard: Listeria monocytogenes - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Latvia · Notifier: Lithuania
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