Norovirus in oysters
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- France
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Oysters can sometimes carry a stomach virus called norovirus. This virus can make you very sick.
What's happening? Some oysters from France may have norovirus. Italy has told stores and restaurants to stop selling these oysters.
Does this affect me? If you recently ate oysters in Italy, you might be at risk. The problem is with oysters from France.
What should I do? If you feel sick after eating oysters, talk to your doctor or pharmacist right away.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: France · Notifier: Italy
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