Norovirus in oysters
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Oysters can sometimes carry a germ called norovirus. This germ can make people sick with stomach pain and vomiting.
What's happening? Belgium has found norovirus in some oysters. These oysters may have been sold to the public.
Does this affect me? If you recently ate oysters in Belgium, you might be at risk. Others are not likely affected.
What should I do? Do not eat the oysters. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Notifier: Belgium
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