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Coronavirus or Food Poisoning? Information about the current COVID-19 outbreak.

4 years ago

Outbreak

United States

There is some confusion surrounding the current Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) outbreak that began in December 2019 and whether you can get it through food. Here is some information:

Mar 23 UPDATE: The CDC has released a newsletter titled "Food Safety and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)" stating that while it is possible for a person to get the Covid-19 through touching contaminated surfaces and then touching their own face, it is not the main form of transmission. The CDC states, with low survivability of coronavirus on surfaces food product and packaging present a very low risk of infection.

Mar 16 UPDATE: In the United States the CDC has recommended against holding any event or group gatherings of 50 or more people for the next 8 weeks. This had led many cities and states to temporarily ban dine-in restaurants and bars but delivery and take out options are still available. Covid-19 is thought to be spread primarily through human contact so delivery services and restaurants have setup contactless delivery options to minimize human contact. There does seem to be some evidence of the potential for transmission of the virus through fecal matter so it is super important that restaurants continue to follow strict sanitary guidelines such as having workers thoroughly wash their hands after using the bathroom and before preparing and delivering food.

Feb 26 UPDATE: The Chinese CDC is investigating the possibility that the virus can be spread through fecal matter that could possibly contaminate food and water. The Chinese CDC has found live viruses in stool samples of Covid-19 patients and can be a partial explanation for the rapid spread of the disease. The agency is recommending strengthening sanitation and hygiene measures.

What is Coronavirus?
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses found in both animals and humans. Past outbreaks include Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The current novel(a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans) Coronavirus strain called 2019-nCoV is thought to originate in live food markets in Wuhan, China through animals and human contact.

How is it transmitted?
Coronaviruses strains are usually transmitted through the respiratory system, so it is typically thought of as a low risk of infection from contaminated food. Restaurants can be a site of transmission of coronavirus because of the large numbers of people congregating in close quarters and then coughing/sneezing could spread the disease just like in other places (transportation, schools, etc). But the food itself normally isn’t a likely vehicle.

The current Coronavirus strains 2019-nCoV has been found in stool samples of COVID-19 patients by the Chinese CDC which means that the current outbreak might be transmitted from multiple routes not just through the respiratory system as usual.

Signs of infection?
Common signs of infection include respiratory symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases and those with weakened immune systems, an infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure, and even death.

If you think you have Covid-19 symptoms and can't get tested, please report here: safelyhq.com

Recommendations:
World Health Organization (WHO) recommends standard measures to prevent infection spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth+nose when coughing/sneezing, and avoiding close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing. Additional recommendations from the Chinese CDC include strengthening health publicity and education; maintaining environmental health and personal hygiene; drinking boiled water, avoiding raw food consumption, and implementing separate meal systems in epidemic areas; frequently washing hands and disinfecting of surfaces of objects in households, toilets, public places, and transportation vehicles; and disinfecting the excreta and environment of patients in medical facilities to prevent water and food contamination from patients’ stool samples.

For more info, please visit: www.cdc.gov / www.cdc.gov / www.who.int / weekly.chinacdc.cn

#us #chinese

Recent Interesting Reports

Pueblo Fruits, Inc. has voluntarily initiated a recall of its Onion Yellow Med 3 Outer Rings product due to a potential hazard of C. botulinum growth. The product was exclusively distributed to Blake's Lota Burger in Albuquerque, New Mexico located at 3207 Richmond Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM … See More
87107, USA. The recall was initiated after the firm discovered that it had not completed a hazard analysis for potential C. botulinum growth and toxin production in its processing, storage, and shipping of raw onions into vacuum-sealed bags. The recall is ongoing.

The recalled product is branded as Onion Yellow Med 3 Outer Rings, packaged in a 5 LB vacuum sealed, clear plastic bag. The product bears a white paper label with the following information:
- Blake's (Richmond) Onion Yellow Med 3 Outer Rings 4-5 LB PO# 047981
- Lot#787806-6883R5, 795046-3948R1, 787806-6883R3, 795046-3948R2
- Use By Date of 04/03/2024.
A total of 23 cases have been recalled.

If you have this product at home, do not consume it and return it to the store where it was purchased.

Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium that produces a potent neurotoxin. If you consume food contaminated with this bacterium, it can lead to botulism, a serious illness. Symptoms include muscle weakness and paralysis, including in the muscles used for breathing. This condition can be fatal if not treated promptly and properly. The bacterium thrives in low-oxygen environments, such as improperly canned or preserved foods.

In case you experience Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, 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.accessdata.fda.gov
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#albuquerque #newmexico #us #botulism

The Coca-Cola Company has voluntarily recalled several Powerade products due to the potential presence of a foreign object. The recall affects 760 consignees in South Carolina and Florida.

The products recalled are Powerade Zero Mixed Berry, Powerade Zero Fruit Punch, and Powerade Mountain Berry Blast, all sold … See More
in 20 oz PET bottles within 24 variety packs. The recall specifically pertains to 8 bottles of Powerade Grape within these packs. The affected lot codes are 0013098209, 0013111742, 0013111657, and 0013119902, with a best before date of November 2024. The recall includes 387 cases of the Mixed Berry flavor, 149 cases of the Fruit Punch flavor, and 366 cases of the Mountain Berry Blast flavor. The recall is ongoing.

In case you experience harm from extraneous materials, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.

Source: www.accessdata.fda.gov
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Lucky Charms, Saint James Parish, Jamaica

17 hours ago reported by user-gycg1446

My son has been passing bright green poop and vomitting, anf complaining of chest pain. I bought him lucky charm cereal 2 days ago, i gave it to him yesterday and this morning. Now he's suddenly mysteriously ill. This is very unlike him. Because this was a … See More
one time thing i always tell him no when he asks for that cereal and the one time i buy it, this happens. This is crazy  | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Chest Pain, Green Stool
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#luckycharms #stjamesparish #jm #cereal #luckycharms

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I bought snow crab from IGA in ST Eustache two weeks ago. I have 5 big packs in stock. I had crab again last night. A strong ammonia smell is released in addition to a bad taste. I understood why I have been sick for a week. … See More
Stomach aches, stomachaches, diarrhea, severe fatigue, nausea, chills. I still have symptoms even though this time I only ate a few pieces of crabs before throwing everything away. I have notified the IGA I am meeting with a manager tomorrow. I will bring all the crabs I have left for analysis. They take it very seriously. Thank you  | Symptoms: Fatigue, Diarrhea, Chills, Stomach Pain, Nausea, Vomiting
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#laval #quebec #ca #crab

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Last Friday and still sick Marie Callender Angus Chlie About 4 min after eating I got severe diarrhea and still have it six days later. Also a half our later got a terrible soar throat and have cough. Made a dr apt  | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Cough, Sore Throat

#samsclub #mariecallenders #flint #michigan #us #doctorvisit #mariecallenders

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Beef 'O' Brady's, US Highway 27, Lake Wales, FL, USA

2 weeks ago reported by user-gjcgm442

Wednesday April 10th 2024 I lunch at Beef O Brady's in Lake Wales where I had 6 traditional wings with Curly fries, a tea with Lemon. I ate about noon to 1pm and about 3:30- 4pm started feeling very bloated. About 530 left work having stomach cramps. … See More
Got home about 6pm and had very bad diarrhea with worse stomach cramps. Started having fever, chills, vomiting , and diarrhea all night long. The next day Thursday I felt nauseous, whole body hurts, constant Diarrhea with some vomiting of the water I was doing from feeling dehydrated. This lasted all day into the night. Tried to eat some food, but did not keep much of it down. Friday I still have Diarrhea, cramps,, whole body aches and dehydration. Today Saturday I still have diarrhea, cramps and my knee and hip joints hurt. I have never had food poisoning and this I would not wish for anyone to have.  | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Fever, Cramps, Chills, Headache, Dehydration, Body Ache, Bloating
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#lakewales #florida #us #beef #fries #wings #lemon

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