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
- France
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Some 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 may still be in stores or restaurants.
Does this affect me? If you ate oysters from France recently, you might be at risk. This is especially true if you feel sick now.
What should I do? Do not eat the oysters. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: norovirus - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: France · Notifier: Italy
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