Does eating raw oysters put Hongkongers at risk of norovirus?

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Theodora YuFebruary 11, 2026 at 03:00 AM

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Hong Kong is experiencing a rise in norovirus food poisoning cases linked to raw oyster consumption, prompting public health concerns. Since January 2026, 37 food poisoning cases affecting 115 people have been recorded, with 33 cases involving 101 individuals linked to norovirus after consuming raw oysters. The Centre for Health Protection has advised the public to avoid eating raw seafood. Authorities have suspended raw oyster supplies from two local and one South Korean company implicated in 22 suspected food poisoning cases. The South China Morning Post is investigating the virus, addressing oyster consumption myths, and providing expert advice on prevention. The Mandarin Oriental hotel was recently linked to new food poisoning cases.

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