In the mediate of preparing for the vacation season, Cyprus wellness services declared an alarm. Bacteria was detected in 1 batch of frozen meat imported from Poland Salmonella enteritidis. As a result, the product was immediately withdrawn from the marketplace and consumers – including tourists from Poland – received an authoritative warning.
The infected product from Poland. The reaction was immediate
Ministry of wellness Republic of Cyprus issued an authoritative communication on the detection of Salmonella bacteria in the product originating in Poland. It's about breast fillet of duck with skin, Class A, raw, deep frozen, pack weight 624 g (weight may vary).
Lot No: 2407930679
Minimum durability date: all until 19 March 2026
After completed laboratory tests, bacteria were detected in 1 batch of meat Salmonella enteritidis – a pathogen known for causing acute food poisoning and inflammation of the digestive tract.
Tourist paradise on the mark of Poles
Cyprus It's been 1 of them for years. the most popular vacation destinations among Polish tourists. advanced temperatures, convenient tourist infrastructure and comparatively affordable prices attract thousands of Poles in the summer.
The fact that the threat associated with Salmonella is related to a product originating in Poland may origin concern among holidaymakers who usage local shops offering imported food.
Prevention and consumer warning
Upon detection of irregularities Cyprus sanitary and veterinary services they immediately began their efforts to identification of the origin of contamination and block further distribution of the infected commodity.
Warning has been directed to all consumerswho could have bought the product. The service calls for:
- Do not eat meat from the indicated lot
- Return Product to the point of purchase, if possible
- Contact your doctor if signs of poisoning occur
No information has yet been provided as to whether the product could have hit the product as well to another countries, however, the services announced further checks and extended investigations.
Salmonella – a bacteria that does not let go
Salmonella enteritidis This one of the most common causes of food poisoning Europe. An infection is usually caused by the consumption of undercooked or inadequately stored meat, eggs or milk products.
Symptoms of infection usually happen within a fewer hours and include:
- fever
- severe abdominal pain
- Diarrhoea
- nausea and vomiting
In the elderly, children and patients with impaired immune system, infection may lead to serious complications, requiring hospitalization.
Importance to consumers and export reputation
The withdrawal of the product from Cyprus is hitting not only consumer safetybut besides in image of Polish food industry. Poland is 1 of the leading exporters of poultrymeat in the European Union, and any specified situation may have real trade consequences.
Although 1 batch of a peculiar product is presently being mentioned, specified events may affect increased frequency of sanitary and veterinary checks at borders and increase in export costs In the future.
Summary and recommendations
Pending the completion of the wellness services investigation, consumers, including tourists resting in Cyprus, should:
- Carefully check the origin of meat before buying
- Pay attention to batch numbers and durability dates
- Obey hygiene rules in the kitchen, especially during the preparation of poultry
The case of infected meat reminds us of how crucial it is effective quality control food in the production and distribution chain, both for the wellness of consumers and for the reputation of producers on the global market.
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