64-year-old woman in Australia died after contracting hepatitis A linked to frozen pomegranate seeds, according to local health officials.
Hepatitis A is a viral infection of the liver that is commonly spread when people eat or drink something contaminated with fecal matter. The infection is usually mild and resolves within a few weeks but can be more serious, particularly in older adults or those with chronic liver
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"This is a rare and tragic case and I offer my sincere condolences to the woman's family," "The majority of people infected with hepatitis A recover fully and the woman's death is the only death linked to this recalled product nationally to date," he added.
The death comes two months after of 180-gram bags of Creative Gourmet frozen pomegranate seeds by health officials in Australia. A news was issued May 8, warning people that the product was linked to an outbreak of hepatitis A in New South
There have been at least 24 cases of hepatitis A in Australia linked to the pomegranate seeds, according to the statement.
"While we expect most people would have disposed of the recalled product, we urge everyone to double-check freezers and remove any affected products.
People who develop symptoms after eating Creative Gourmet frozen pomegranate seeds should contact their doctor as soon as possible, according to the statement.
