Norovirus in oysters from Ireland via The Netherlands
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Ireland
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Some oysters from Ireland may have a virus called norovirus. This can make people sick.
What's happening? These oysters were sold in Belgium and the Netherlands. They might still be in stores or homes.
Does this affect me? If you ate oysters from Ireland recently, you could be at risk. Check where your oysters came from.
What should I do? Throw away any oysters from Ireland. If you feel sick, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Ireland · Notifier: Belgium
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