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Advice for Travellers going to or have just returned from China
In September 2008, the Chinese government announced that the industrial chemical melamine was discovered in infant formula produced in China. Melamine has since been found in other dairy products produced in China, including frozen yogurt dessert and canned coffee drink. Melamine, in high doses, is a chemical that can cause health problems, such as kidney disease. If you are travelling to or are currently in China, especially if you are travelling with an infant, you should take the following steps so that you and your family can avoid the risk of melamine exposure.
1. Because of uncertainties related to dairy products in China at this time, it is recommended that you do not consume any dairy products produced in China, including: o All brands of infant formula o Milk or other drinks that contain milk products o Food, such as yogurt or ice cream that could be milk-based or contain a large amount of milk or milk products. o Please note that many foods and drinks contain milk products, such as candies, crackers, and desserts. Look for these ingredients on the food or drink label: § milk § milk powder § whey § lactose § casein
2. If
you are travelling to China and are planning to bring your infant or child,
please carry any needed formula or other milk products with you. Do not use any
milk products produced in China.
3. If
you are pregnant and have already ingested some of these listed products or you
are breastfeeding while ingesting the listed products, discontinue their use.
Effects on the unborn child are unknown. Melamine only stays in the body for a
few days. The effects on the kidneys of the formula-fed infants in China are
thought to result from continuous use of the products over many days. 4. See a doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms or think that an infant may have any of these symptoms o stomach pain o vomiting o fever o irritability or excessive crying in infants or children o blood, crystals, or particles in urine o painful urination o little or no urine o swelling of hands, feet, or face
For further information please refer to the following website: http://www.efsa.europa.eu/EFSA/efsa_locale1178620753812_1211902098495.htm
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