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FDA Expands Recall of Radioactive Shrimp Across Multiple States

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Source: Axios
FDA Expands Recall of Radioactive Shrimp Across Multiple States
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The FDA has issued a recall of certain frozen shrimp across 31 states due to potential contamination with the radioactive isotope Cesium-137, although no illnesses have been reported. The recall involves products sold at major stores like Kroger and Walmart, and the FDA is investigating the source of contamination, which poses health risks including increased cancer risk from prolonged exposure.

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  1. FDA warns of possible radioactive shrimp risk again in new 31-state recall  Axios
  2. Aquastar (USA) Corp Recalls Kroger Frozen Raw EZ Peel, Kroger Mercado Frozen Cooked Shrimp, and Aquastar Raw Shrimp Skewers Because of Possible Health Risk  fda.gov
  3. Check your freezer: FDA expands recall on radioactive frozen shrimp  Los Angeles Times
  4. Nearly 160,000 Pounds of Shrimp Sold at Kroger and Other Stores Recalled for Possible Radioactive Contamination  Consumer Reports
  5. Radioactive Shrimp Recall Expands to Kroger, Other Major Retailers Across Dozens of States  Real Simple

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