Norovirus genogroup I and II in japanese clam from Portugal
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Portugal
- Notifier
- Spain
What is this? Some clams from Portugal may have tiny germs called norovirus. These germs can make people sick.
What's happening? A test found norovirus in clams from Portugal. These clams were sold in Spain.
Does this affect me? If you bought clams from Portugal, you might be at risk.
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: Portugal · Notifier: Spain
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