Alasko Frozen Raspberries Recalled Across Canada Due to Norovirus Risk
Food safety officials have issued a recall for Alasko brand frozen, whole raspberries. The product is being removed from store shelves across seven Canadian provinces because of a potential risk of norovirus contamination.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is leading the investigation into the affected products. Consumers are being advised to check their freezers for these specific raspberries, as eating contaminated food can lead to serious illness.
Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms typically appear within 12 to 48 hours after exposure. While most people recover within a few days, the virus can be particularly dangerous for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
If you have these raspberries in your home, you should not eat them. The CFIA recommends that you either throw the product away or return it to the store where you bought it for a full refund. If you believe you have become sick after eating this product, you should contact your local healthcare provider.
Retailers in the seven affected provinces have been instructed to remove the frozen raspberries from their inventory immediately. Officials continue to monitor the situation to ensure that no other products are affected and to keep the public safe.