Hepatitis pathogens discovered in imported strawberries. Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver caused by viruses.
Symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, and occasionally an elevated temperature. Infection can also cause jaundice, discolored stools, and itching. People with previous illnesses, especially the liver, are particularly at risk. For these, STIKO recommends vaccination. German strawberries are often contaminated with pesticides, which can also be harmful to health. For some, the best solution may be to grow your own strawberries.