ADPH tracks imported goods contaminated with cesium-137, none detected in U.S. marketplace or food supply chain

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Cason Coan, (334) 290-6244

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) Office of Radiation Control is aware of reports of imported goods contaminated with radioactive cesium-137 (Cs-137), specifically shrimp. ADPH is actively tracking this incident to minimize any impacts to public health, the economy, and the environment.

At this time, no product that has tested positive for Cs-137 has entered the U.S. marketplace or food supply chain. Please note that the level of contamination detected in detained shipments would not pose an acute health hazard to the public.

For the latest information about food recalls and alerts in the United States, please visit the FDA website.

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