Researchers have estimated that Japan had around 20,000 anisakiasis cases each year in 2018 and 2019. These figures are much higher than official data.
Anisakiasis is a parasitic disease caused by anisakid worms. Transmission occurs
Continue Reading Scientists find large gap in anisakis estimates and official statistics
A study has assessed the risk of Anisakis from fish in Portugal and people’s knowledge of the parasite.
Researchers gathered information on risk perception and attitudes in the Portuguese population to contamination of fish with
Continue Reading EFSA publishes latest studies from risk assessment program
An advisory council has urged European and national agencies to recognize that different fish production methods can cause different food safety risks.
The Aquaculture Advisory Council (AAC) said food safety authorities need to give consumers
Continue Reading Group stresses safety differences for farmed and caught fish
Results of a study on parasites in fish supports a change to European regulation, according to researchers.
Their work found a low risk of Anisakis larvae infection in fish products from European mariculture activities. Mariculture,
Continue Reading Scientists call for change in EU fish parasite rules
Spanish authorities have issued a warning about a parasite in anchovies after three people fell ill.
The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) reported a brand of anchovies in vinegar from Spain could
Continue Reading Three sick in Spain from anisakis worms in anchovies
An international food safety network was involved in double the number of incidents from July to September compared to the previous quarter.
The International Food Safety Authorities Network (INFOSAN), managed by the Food and Agriculture
Continue Reading Food safety events double for INFOSAN in 3Q
