Norovirus genogroup I and II in japanese clam from Italy
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Italy
- Notifier
- Spain
What is this? A warning about norovirus in clams from Italy. Norovirus is a germ that can make you sick with stomach pain and vomiting.
What's happening? Some clams from Italy may have norovirus. Spain found this and told the EU.
Does this affect me? If you bought clams from Italy, you might be at risk. This is in Spain.
What should I do? Do not eat the clams. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Italy · Notifier: Spain
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