Norovirus in oysters from The Netherlands
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Netherlands
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Oysters from The Netherlands may have a germ called norovirus. Norovirus can make you very sick.
What's happening? Belgium found norovirus in oysters from The Netherlands. These oysters might still be in stores or restaurants.
Does this affect me? If you ate raw oysters recently, you could be at risk. This warning is for people in Belgium.
What should I do? Throw away any raw oysters you have. 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} · Origin: Netherlands · Notifier: Belgium
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