Hong Kong food poisoning cases linked to raw oysters spike to 27 in 1 week

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Lo Hoi-yingFebruary 8, 2026 at 11:10 AM

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Hong Kong health officials are investigating a spike in food poisoning cases linked to raw oysters, with 27 cases reported in the first week of February. The Centre for Health Protection is investigating two recent clusters involving five people who became ill after eating raw oysters at Chef's Cuts in The Southside shopping centre on January 30th. Symptoms included diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and fever, with three individuals seeking medical advice. Chef's Cuts has suspended its supply of raw oysters due to the suspected link to the food poisoning cases. Health officials are warning residents against consuming raw oysters and emphasizing the importance of personal hygiene, particularly during the winter months when norovirus is more prevalent.

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