Alasko Frozen Fruit Recall Due To Norovirus | CBC News
Frozen fruit by Alasko brand has been recalled by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) because of concerns about norovirus.
Fruit Was Given Out In Eastern Canada
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Canada's Food Inspection Agency recalled Alasko-brand frozen fruit. The recall is due to the risk of norovirus contamination. Two types of frozen fruit are affected. Consumers are advised to dispose of the product or return it to the store where it was purchased. Symptoms of norovirus include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramps. The agency is conducting an investigation to determine the source of the contamination.
Some raspberries and antioxidant blends are being recalled. The sizes are one kilogram and five kilograms. The type of packaging is IQF.
The raspberries that are impacted must be consumed before August 15, 2024. The antioxidant mix, on the other hand, must be consumed by October 11, 2023.
Frozen fruit was sent out to Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec and Ontario.
People have gotten sick from eating the fruit. The CFIA is checking if it's safe. They might recall more stuff.
The agency says that if you have norovirus, you will probably start feeling sick within 1-2 days. Sometimes it happens as quickly as 12 hours. Symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach cramps.
