Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) in bovine meat from Belgium
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- meat and meat products (other than poultry)
- Hazard
- Escherichia coli enteropathogenic - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Belgium
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? A type of harmful bacteria called STEC can sometimes be found in beef. Eating food with this bacteria can make you very sick.
What's happening? Belgium found this bacteria in some beef. The beef was sold in Belgium, France, and the Netherlands.
Does this affect me? You may have bought this beef if you live in Belgium, France, or the Netherlands. Check your fridge or freezer.
What should I do? Do not eat the beef. Throw it away or return it. If you feel sick, ask your doctor or pharmacist what to do.
🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: meat and meat products (other than poultry) · Hazard: Escherichia coli enteropathogenic - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Belgium · Notifier: Belgium
All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.
