Food Recall Warning - Fjord Laks brand fish products recalled due to potential growth of dangerous bacteria if sold refrigerated

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Ottawa - A & E Distribution Inc. is recalling Fjord Laks brand fish products from the marketplace because they may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum if sold refrigerated. Consumers should not consume the recalled products. To see a full list of the recalled products, HERE.

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What you should do
If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor. Check to see if you have recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.

Food contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, blurred or double vision, dry mouth, respiratory failure and paralysis. In severe cases of illness, people may die.

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Background
This recall was triggered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's (CFIA) inspection activities. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.

The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled product from the marketplace.

Illnesses
There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products.

Source Canadian Food Inspection Agency