Oysters and Different Shellfish Recalled in 4 States Because of Norovirus Danger

The U.S. Meals and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising shoppers, retailers, and eating places to throw away recalled oysters and clams as a result of they might be contaminated with norovirus, a germ that may trigger extreme diarrhea and vomiting, in keeping with an advisory posted on the FDA web site. 

Individuals who eat uncooked or undercooked shellfish have a better danger of getting sick from norovirus. It’s additionally extra widespread throughout colder months (usually November by March) as a result of norovirus is ready to survive longer in colder water.

The recalled shellfish have been offered to eating places and retail shops in California, Oregon, Texas, and Washington, the FDA stated.

The recall contains all shellstock harvested by Gomez Shellfish between March 22 and April 9, 2026, from a portion of Hammersley Inlet, Washington, with oysters and clams talked about particularly.

Don’t eat the recalled shellfish. Seafood contaminated with norovirus appears to be like, smells, and tastes regular, the FDA stated. When you’ve got any affected product, throw it away. You must also completely clear any surfaces the seafood touched.

Norovirus Can Trigger Excessive Sickness

Norovirus, the commonest explanation for meals poisoning in the USA, could cause intense diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and abdomen ache.

Different signs embrace fever, headache, and physique ache. Anybody can get sick from norovirus, however folks with weakened immune techniques are particularly weak to severe sickness.

Signs normally start 12 to 48 hours after consuming meals contaminated with norovirus. Most individuals really feel higher inside one to 3 days, however signs can rapidly result in dehydration, and a few folks could must be hospitalized.

In the event you’re feeling ailing and imagine you could have eaten the recalled shellfish, it is best to name your physician and make contact with your native well being division, the FDA stated.

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