Presence of Escherichia coli (non-EHEC) in mussels from Spain
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- Escherichia coli - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Spain
- Notifier
- France
What is this? Some mussels from Spain may have a type of bacteria called Escherichia coli. This can make food unsafe to eat.
What's happening? France found this problem in mussels from Spain. They are warning people not to eat them.
Does this affect me? If you bought mussels from Spain recently, this may affect you.
What should I do? Throw away any mussels from Spain. If you feel sick, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: Escherichia coli - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Spain · Notifier: France
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