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Island Health issues warning after confirmed cases of vibrio cholerae on Vancouver Island
Posted By: Editoron: March 23, 2018In: News, Top Stories
Officials are warning people not to consume herring eggs found on kelp, seaweed or other surfaces from the French Creek to Qualicum Bay area after cases of cholera were confirmed on Vancouver Island.
According to Island Health, there are ?less than a handful? of confirmed cases of vibrio cholerae infection that are associated with eating herring eggs. The bacteria can be found in the aquatic environment and can cause intestinal illness after eating contaminated foods.
Symptoms can include mild to severe nausea, vomiting and very severe, watery diarrhea. Island Health said anyone who has eaten herring eggs in the area and has fallen ill should drink small amounts of fluid frequently to keep hydrated. They should also see a doctor and let the physician know if they have eaten raw or lightly-cooked eggs within five days of onset of illness or caring for someone who became ill after eating herring eggs...
Island Health issues warning after confirmed cases of vibrio cholerae on Vancouver Island
Posted By: Editoron: March 23, 2018In: News, Top Stories
Officials are warning people not to consume herring eggs found on kelp, seaweed or other surfaces from the French Creek to Qualicum Bay area after cases of cholera were confirmed on Vancouver Island.
According to Island Health, there are ?less than a handful? of confirmed cases of vibrio cholerae infection that are associated with eating herring eggs. The bacteria can be found in the aquatic environment and can cause intestinal illness after eating contaminated foods.
Symptoms can include mild to severe nausea, vomiting and very severe, watery diarrhea. Island Health said anyone who has eaten herring eggs in the area and has fallen ill should drink small amounts of fluid frequently to keep hydrated. They should also see a doctor and let the physician know if they have eaten raw or lightly-cooked eggs within five days of onset of illness or caring for someone who became ill after eating herring eggs...
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