Walmart recalls frozen shrimp in the US
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning that Great Value brand shrimp sold at Walmart in 12 U.S. states contained unsafe levels of the radioactive isotope cesium-137. Although not enough to cause acute radiation poisoning—which could cause serious health issues or even death—repeated exposure over a long period could increase risk for cardiovascular disease and cancer.
The recalled frozen shrimp were sent to 13 different states and were shipped into the country through four different ports.
Walmart is recalling frozen shrimp after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns of possible radioactive contamination. Indonesian Firm PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati, which imported the frozen shrimp, is in violation of the Federal Food, Drug ...
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