Pacific Oyster Fanny Bay & Oyster Malaspina Live oysters - Warning to not consume, sell or serve due to Campylobacter
4 months ago •source www.fda.gov
Outbreak
The affected oysters are from Pacific Oyster Fanny Bay, harvested on 11/08/2023 from harvest area BC 14- 8 with Landfile # 1402294 and Oyster Malaspina Live, harvested on 11/09/2023 from harvest area BC 14-8 with Landfile # 278761.
Infected oysters might appear, smell, and taste normal, potentially causing health problems to unsuspecting consumers. Symptoms of this usually include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, commencing two to five days after ingestion. Serious complications may also ensue, such as irritable bowel syndrome, temporary paralysis, and even life-threatening conditions for those with weaker immunity.
On 12/18/2023, the Utah Shellfish Authority notified the FDA of two cases of Campylobacter connected to consumption of oysters from British Columbia, Canada. The FDA has notified the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) of the illnesses and the CFIA is investigating. The two cases consumed oysters in Utah and Wisconsin and the FDA is coordinating with the CFIA and state authorities to determine if any additional distribution occurred.
The FDA recommends that retailers and restaurants cease serving or selling these specific oysters. Disposal should be handled responsibly by discarding any residual stocks or returning them to the original distributor. Additionally, establishments should attack the root cause of the issue by emphasizing cleanliness through regular sanitation of equipment, utensils, containers, and food-preparation surfaces to avoid any potential cross-contamination.
In case you experienced Campylobacter symptoms such as diarrhea (often bloody), fever, nausea, vomiting, and stomach cramps, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source: www.fda.gov