Presence of Anisakis in chilled mackerel from Spain
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Not serious
- Category
- fish and fish products
- Hazard
- Anisakis parasitic infestation with - {parasitic infestation}
- Origin
- Spain
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Some chilled mackerel from Spain may have small worms called Anisakis. These worms can make people sick if they eat the fish raw or not cooked enough.
What's happening? Italy found these worms in mackerel sold chilled. The fish may still be in stores or at home.
Does this affect me? If you bought chilled mackerel from Spain, you might have it. People who eat raw or lightly cooked fish are most at risk.
What should I do? Do not eat the fish raw. Cook it well. If you feel sick after eating it, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Not serious · Category: fish and fish products · Hazard: Anisakis parasitic infestation with - {parasitic infestation} · Origin: Spain · Notifier: Italy
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