Presence of Norovirus in oysters from France
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Ireland
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Oysters from France may have a germ called norovirus. This can make people sick.
What's happening? Italy found norovirus in oysters from France. These oysters were sold in Italy.
Does this affect me? If you ate oysters from France recently, you might be at risk.
What should I do? Throw away any leftover oysters. If you feel sick, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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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: Italy
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