Vibrio vulnificus in frozen prawns
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- crustaceans and products thereof
- Hazard
- Vibrio vulnificus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Ecuador
- Notifier
- France
What is this? A germ called Vibrio vulnificus can sometimes be found in raw seafood like prawns.
What's happening? Frozen prawns from Ecuador may have this germ. France told stores to check their stock.
Does this affect me? If you bought frozen prawns from Ecuador, you might have some at home.
What should I do? Throw them away or return them. If you feel sick after eating prawns, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: crustaceans and products thereof · Hazard: Vibrio vulnificus - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Ecuador · Notifier: France
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