Norovirus Detected in Geoje Oysters and Yeosu Ark Shells... Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries Recommends Shipment Delay
[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chun-han] The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced on the 19th that norovirus was detected in oysters from the Chilcheon-do area in Geoje, Gyeongnam, and in ark shells from the Gamak Bay area in Yeosu, Jeonnam, prompting the implementation of safety measures to prevent food poisoning.
The Ministry recommended postponing the shipment of oysters and ark shells produced in the respective areas until their safety is confirmed, and in cases where shipment is unavoidable, mandated that the products must be labeled as 'for cooking only.'
Oysters and ark shells labeled 'for cooking only' must be thoroughly cooked to prevent food poisoning. Norovirus loses its infectivity when heated to 85 degrees Celsius or higher for more than one minute.
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The Ministry plans to intensively monitor the presence of norovirus in oysters and ark shells until April next year and will also investigate and manage clams and sea squirts according to their production seasons.
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