New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Washington DC residents are being urged to avoid consuming certain oysters after a recall linked to a norovirus outbreak, federal officials announced.
Cecilia Levine | Daily Voice
The oysters, distributed by S&M Shellfish Co. of San Francisco, were shipped to retailers and restaurants across several states, including New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and 12 others.
Norovirus Symptoms and Risks
Norovirus can cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain. Symptoms typically appear 12 to 48 hours after exposure and last one to three days. Young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of dehydration caused by the illness.
The FDA warns that norovirus-contaminated food may appear normal in taste, smell, and appearance, increasing the risk of accidental consumption.
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