Got Vibrio? What you need to know

U Whole Prawns - recalled due to Vibrio

3 months ago •source rappel.conso.gouv.fr

Recall notice

RappelConso announced the recall of U Whole Prawns due to the presence of Vibrio vulnificus. This product is distributed by Magasins U in France.

The recalled product is:
- U Whole Prawns ASC 600 G, GTIN 3256227108310 Lot Asd644g19vn031VI071. Minimum durability date 07/19/2025.

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FIORITAL Nile perch fillet freshwater fishing in Tanzania - recalled due to Vibrio

4 months ago •source rappel.conso.gouv.fr

Recall notice

RappelConso announced the recall of FIORITAL Nile perch fillet freshwater fishing in Tanzania due to the presence of Vibrio vulnificus. This product is distributed by Magasins E. Leclerc in France.

The recalled product is:
- FIORITAL Nile perch fillet freshwater fishing in Tanzania, Lot BB491NPF. Use-by date … See More

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Carrefour SIMPL Raw Shrimp Tails with shell - recalled due to Vibrio

4 months ago

Recall notice

RappelConso announced the recall of Carrefour SIMPL Raw Shrimp Tails with shell 28-33 pieces due to the detection of vibrio vulnificus. This product was distributed by Carrefour nationwide in France.

The recalled product is:
- Carrefour SIMPL Raw Shrimp Tails with shell 28-33 pieces, GTIN 3560070422067 Lot … See More

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Fanny Bay Oysters from Canada - Warning to not consume/sell/serve due to Vibrio

5 months ago •source www.fda.gov

Outbreak

The FDA is advising restaurants and food retailers not to sell and to dispose of oysters and consumers not to eat oysters from Fanny Bay Oysters based in British Columbia, Canada harvested on 10/17/2023 from harvest area 14-8 Landfile #278757 due to potentially high levels of Vibrio … See More

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Taylor Shellfish Canada ULC / Fanny Bay Oysters - recalled due to Vibrio parahaemolyticus

5 months ago •source recalls-rappels.canada.ca

Recall notice

Taylor Shellfish Canada ULC (dba Fanny Bay Oysters) is recalling its Taylor Shellfish Canada ULC / Fanny Bay Oysters brand Oysters due to Vibrio parahaemolyticus. These products were distributed to Hotels, Retail, restaurants and institutions in Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec.

The recalled products:
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Walrus & Carpenter Oysters, LLC Farm oysters - recalled due to Vibrio parahaemolyticus

7 months ago •source www.ri.gov

Recall notice

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) announced the recall of oysters harvested from the Walrus & Carpenter Oysters, LLC Farm with harvest dates of 7/28/2023 until 8/19/2023 by Rocky Rhode Oysters Co., LLC, doing business as Walrus and Carpenter Oysters due to a potential link of … See More

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Vibrio vulnificus infection detected in New York State

8 months ago •source www.governor.ny.gov

Outbreak

New York's State Department of Health is investigating a Vibrio vulnificus bacteria case in New York State. The Governor announced that vibriosis, a rare but potentially fatal bacterial infection that can cause skin breakdown and ulcers, has been identified in a recently deceased individual from Suffolk County. … See More

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Vibrio vulnificus infections linked to raw shellfish, exposure to salt or brackish water in Long Island Sound

8 months ago •source portal.ct.gov

Outbreak

The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) is warning residents about the potential dangers of consuming raw shellfish and exposure to salt or brackish water along Long Island Sound, due to severe Vibrio vulnificus infections.

Since July 1, 3cases of V. vulnificus infections have been reported to … See More

DPH. All 3 patients were hospitalized and 1 died. 1 patient reported consuming raw oysters from an out-of-state establishment. 2 patients reported exposure to salt or brackish water in Long Island Sound. Both patients had pre-existing open cuts or wounds or sustained new wounds during these activities which likely led to the infections.

DPH Commissioner warns people to consider the potential risk of consuming raw oysters and exposure to salt or brackish water and take appropriate precautions. Particularly during the hottest months of the summer, bacteria are more likely to overgrow and contaminate raw shellfish. Given the current heat wave, this may be a time to exercise particular caution in what you consume.

V. vulnificus infection is an extremely rare illness. Five cases were reported in 2020 in Connecticut, and none in 2021 and 2022. V. vulnificus infections from oysters can result in severe illness, including bloodstream infections. V. vulnificus can also cause wound infections when open wounds are exposed to warm salt or brackish water (mix of salt and fresh water). People with a V. vulnificus infection can get seriously ill and need intensive care or limb amputation

The DPH advises the following precautions to reduce the chance of getting this type of infection:
- Don’t eat raw or undercooked oysters or other shellfish.
- If you have a wound (including from a recent surgery, piercing, or tattoo), stay out of saltwater or brackish water, if possible. This includes wading at the beach.
- Cover your wound with a waterproof bandage if it could come into contact with saltwater, brackish water, marine life, or raw or undercooked seafood and its juices. This contact can happen during everyday activities, such as swimming, fishing, or walking on the beach.
- Wash wounds and cuts thoroughly with soap and water after they have contact with saltwater, brackish water, marine life, raw seafood, or its juices.

In case you experienced V. vulnificus infections symptoms, 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: portal.ct.gov

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Vibrio infections risk in North Carolina

8 months ago •source www.ncdhhs.gov

Outbreak

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging North Carolinians to be aware of the potential dangers of having wounds or cuts open to saltwater or brackish water following reports of 3 deaths due to Vibrio infections in North Carolina residents.

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North Carolina are rare, with most cases being reported in the warmest months — June through September. However, Vibrio infections can cause severe illness. Since 2019, eight of the 47 reported cases among North Carolina residents have been fatal. The 3 most recent fatalities have occurred in July 2023. 2 of the 3 cases had scratches that were exposed to brackish water in North Carolina and another east coast state. The third case also had brackish water exposure in North Carolina, however, the individual also consumed personally caught seafood that was not shared nor commercially distributed. No links have been identified between the cases or the areas where they were likely exposed to Vibrio, and public health investigations are ongoing.

Vibrio are bacteria that normally live in warm seawater or brackish water (mixed salt and fresh water, as is found in an estuary or salt marsh) and can be found worldwide. Since they are naturally found in warm waters, people with open wounds, cuts or scratches can be exposed to these bacteria through direct contact with seawater or brackish water. Vibrio can also cause disease in those who eat raw or undercooked oysters and shellfish.

While healthy individuals typically develop mild illness, Vibrio infections can be severe or life threatening for people with weakened immune systems or chronic liver disease. Other symptoms can include diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, fever and chills.

The health department recommends the following to reduce your likelihood of exposure and infection:
- If you have a wound (including from a recent surgery, piercing or tattoo), stay out of saltwater or brackish water, if possible. This includes wading at the beach.
- Cover your wound with a waterproof bandage if it could come into contact with saltwater, brackish water or raw or undercooked seafood.
- If you sustain any type of wound while in salt or brackish water (e.g., cutting your hand on a boat propeller or crab pot) immediately get out of the water and wash with soap and water.
- Wash wounds and cuts thoroughly with soap and water after contact with saltwater, brackish water or raw seafood.
- Thoroughly cook all shellfish to an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

In case you experienced Vibriosis symptoms, 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.ncdhhs.gov

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Oysters from The Fruit Stand & Seafood in Manchester, MO - Health alert due to Vibrio vulnificus

10 months ago •source stlouiscountymo.gov

Outbreak

The St. Louis County Department of Public Health has issued a health alert to dispose of oysters recently purchased from The Fruit Stand & Seafood, 14433 Manchester Road in Manchester following a man's death caused by the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus after eating raw oysters sold by the … See More

establishment. According to Department of Public Health (DPH) investigations, there is no evidence that the business did anything to contaminate the oysters, which likely were already contaminated when the establishment received them. All remaining oysters in the establishment were embargoed by DPH.

Investigators are attempting to determine the source of the oysters in question. The results of their investigation are being reported to the state Department of Health and Senior Services. The Fruit Stand & Seafood employees are cooperating with DPH in the investigation.

The 54-year-old man died after becoming infected by the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, which can be carried by oysters and other shellfish. He had consumed raw oysters from the Fruit Stand & Seafood sometime in the past week, the DPH investigation found. He was treated at St. Claire Hospital and died Thursday.

According to the DPH, several types of vibrio bacteria can cause disease, although Vibrio vulnificus is the type that is most likely to cause severe disease. (Note: Vibriosis is a very different illness from cholera, which is caused by another vibrio species, vibrio cholerae.) Vibrio vulnificus can be found in warm, coastal waters, usually during the summer months. People typically become sick with Vibrio vulnificus by consuming raw or undercooked oysters and other shellfish. Vibrio vulnificus can also cause wound infection if someone with skin lesions swims in or is exposed to water contaminated with the bacteria. Infections caused by Vibrio vulnificus are not spread from person to person.

According to CDC, you can reduce your risk of vibriosis by following these tips:
- Don’t eat raw or undercooked oysters or other shellfish. Cook them before eating.
- Always wash your hands with soap and water after handing raw shellfish.
- Avoid contaminating cooked shellfish with raw shellfish and its juices.
- Stay out of salt water or brackish water if you have a wound (including from a recent surgery, piercing, or tattoo), or cover your wound with a waterproof bandage if there’s a possibility it could come into contact with salt water or brackish water, raw seafood, or raw seafood juices. Brackish water is a mixture of fresh and salt water. It is often found where rivers meet the sea.
- Wash wounds and cuts thoroughly with soap and water if they have been exposed to seawater or raw seafood or its juices.
- If you develop a skin infection, tell your medical provider if your skin has come into contact with salt water or brackish water, raw seafood, or raw seafood juices.

In case you are experiencing vibriosis symptoms such as abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, fever and chills, it is important to report it. 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: stlouiscountymo.gov

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