Oregon officials close entire coast to mussel harvesting due to shellfish poisoning
- A paralytic shellfish poisoning event in Oregon is unprecedented, affecting numerous species and causing illness in many people, stated Matthew Hunter of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.
- State health officials urge those who consumed Oregon shellfish since May 13 to complete a survey to aid in identifying the outbreak's cause and affected individuals.
- Cooking or freezing contaminated shellfish does not eliminate toxins, emphasizing the risk of consumption as symptoms include mouth numbness, vomiting, diarrhea, and severe breathing and heart issues.
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