A recent recall in Washington state is causing concern about the safety of this popular shellfish.
Oysters are a polarizing food.
Some people associate them with luxury andromance, while others can’t stand the texture.
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Oh yeah, and did we mention they are actuallystill alive when you eat them?
On July 16th,Washington state issued a recallfor oysters harvested from theSamish Bay growing areain Puget Sound.
If someone eats an oyster that contains vibrio bacteria, they can contract an intestinal disease calledvibriosis.
Common symptoms of vibriosis include watery diarrhea, abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, fever and chills.
Illness typically lasts two to three days.
This is compared to 5 cases in 2020 and 25 cases in 2018.
So what is the best way to reduce your risk of contracting vibriosis?
A temperature of 145 degrees F for 15 seconds can kill the vibrio virus.
Any time you enjoy oysters raw there is some risk for contracting vibriosis.
Also, try other seafood recipes like Grilled Clams with Corn & Pepper Relish to get your fix.
