Shigatoxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) in beef from Argentina
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- meat and meat products (other than poultry)
- Hazard
- Escherichia coli shigatoxin-producing - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Argentina
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? A type of harmful bacteria called STEC was found in beef from Argentina. STEC can make people very sick.
What's happening? Germany told stores and people about this problem. The beef may still be in shops or homes.
Does this affect me? If you bought beef from Argentina, you might have it. Check where your beef came from.
What should I do? Do not eat the beef if you are unsure. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: meat and meat products (other than poultry) · Hazard: Escherichia coli shigatoxin-producing - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Argentina · Notifier: Germany
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