HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) – The Connecticut Department of Public Health warned residents about a hepatitis A outbreak in New York that has been linked to shellfish.
People were told to take common-sense precautions when consuming raw or undercooked shellfish.
“Connecticut has a proud shellfish harvesting tradition, and our state works hard every day to protect the safety of that industry and residents who enjoy it. The Department of Public Health, the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), and the Connecticut Department of Agriculture (DoAg) maintain a robust, year-round statewide shellfish safety and sanitation program,” said the DPH in a statement.
As a result of the partnership, shellfish growing areas are tested regularly and closed swiftly if an concerns arise, according to Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) Commissioner Manisha Juthani, M.D.
“Connecticut residents can have confidence in the integrity of our state’s shellfish industry,” Juthani said.
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