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IQF Oysters recalled due to Norovirus
4 months ago •source fda.gov
Recall notice
United States
Central Fisheries Co., LTD has issued a recall for its individually quick frozen (IQF) oysters due to potential norovirus contamination. The products were distributed to restaurants and retailers in Hawaii and California. The oysters may have been distributed to other states as well.A person usually develops symptoms 12 to 48 hours after being exposed to norovirus. Most people with norovirus illness get better within 1 to 3 days. This can lead to dehydration, especially in young children, older adults, and people with other illnesses. Symptoms of dehydration include decrease in urination, dry mouth and throat, and feeling dizzy when standing up. Children who are dehydrated may cry with few or no tears and be unusually sleepy or fussy.
The recalled products are IQF oysters, product of Central Fisheries Co., LTD, Republic of Korea (KR 6 SP), harvested on 2/28/2023 from Designated Area No. 2. Having a use-by date of 2/28/2025 and Lot Code # C-20230228.
Restaurants and retailers should not serve or sell the potentially contaminated oysters. Restaurants and retailers should returning them to their distributors.
In case you experience Norovirus symptoms, such as vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and nausea, 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/food/alerts-advisories-safety-information/fda-advises-restaurants-and-retailers-not-serve-or-sell-and-consumers-not-eat-certain-iqf-oysters
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