Presence of Salmonella enteritidis in live clams (Venus gallina) from Italy
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- Salmonella Enteritidis - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Italy
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Some live clams from Italy may have harmful bacteria called Salmonella enteritidis.
What's happening? These clams have been found with the bacteria. They were sold in Italy, San Marino, and Spain.
Does this affect me? If you bought live clams from these places, you might be at risk.
What should I do? Do not eat the clams. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you feel sick.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: Salmonella Enteritidis - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Italy · Notifier: Italy
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