Vibrio Vulnificus in raw shrimp
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Potential risk
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- Vibrio vulnificus - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Venezuela
- Notifier
- France
What is this? Raw shrimp can sometimes carry a harmful germ called Vibrio vulnificus.
What's happening? Shrimp from Venezuela may have this germ. France has told people to be careful.
Does this affect me? If you bought raw shrimp from Venezuela, you might be at risk.
What should I do? Throw away the shrimp or return it. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel sick.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Potential risk · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: Vibrio vulnificus - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Venezuela · Notifier: France
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