Vibrio parahaemolyticus (and virulence factor TDH gene) detected in shrimps (Penaeus monodon) from Vietnam
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- crustaceans and products thereof
- Hazard
- Vibrio parahaemolyticus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Vietnam
- Notifier
- France
What is this? Some raw shrimp from Vietnam may have harmful bacteria called Vibrio parahaemolyticus.
What's happening? These shrimp have been found with the bacteria in France. They should not be eaten raw.
Does this affect me? If you bought raw shrimp from Vietnam, you might be at risk.
What should I do? Throw away the shrimp or return them. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: crustaceans and products thereof · Hazard: Vibrio parahaemolyticus - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Vietnam · Notifier: France
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