CFS proactively follows up on packaging surface of food sample testing positive for COVID-19 virus
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Given the conclusion of the test results, the CFS considers that the sample from the packaging of the frozen crocodile spare ribs collected at the residence and found to be positive for the COVID-19 virus is more likely to have been contaminated at the residence of the confirmed patient. The CFS has informed the vendor concerned of the above-mentioned test results and that it may resume sale of the product concerned.
According to current scientific knowledge, the World Health Organization and food safety assessment authorities in overseas countries considered that it is unlikely that a novel coronavirus can be transmitted to humans via food consumption. Nevertheless, members of the public should always observe personal, food and environmental hygiene. The CFS reminds the public to pay attention to the following:
- Always keep hands clean, particularly before touching the mouth, nose or eyes; before and after handling chilled and frozen food and its packaging, if any; after going to the toilet; and before eating. Rub hands with liquid soap for at least 20 seconds when washing;
- Handle raw and cooked food separately, and pay special attention when handling raw meat and offal, to avoid cross-contamination of food; and
- Cook food thoroughly and avoid consuming raw or undercooked animal products.
Ends/Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Issued at HKT 18:27
Issued at HKT 18:27
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