Vancouver coastal Health has ⁢issued public health notifications regarding potential⁣ Hepatitis A exposure at two food establishments on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast. The alerts follow a similar pattern of possible contamination linked to food service locations.

Pepper Creek Pizza & Pasta – Sechelt

Individuals who consumed salads at ‍Pepper Creek Pizza &⁤ Pasta, located on the Sunshine Coast Highway in Sechelt, between July ⁢31 and august 14, and again ‍between August 23 and 29, are advised to seek vaccination against Hepatitis A as soon as possible. the⁤ health authority has confirmed that consuming cooked food at the resturant does not pose a risk.

The Hepatitis A vaccine is most effective when administered within two⁤ weeks of potential exposure, offering a crucial window for preventative action.

Sea Monkey Coffee – Gibsons

This alert builds ‍on a notification issued on thursday, August 28, 2025, concerning potential exposure from food served at the Sea Monkey Coffee food truck. The truck operated ‍at the Sunday⁣ Cider bar between August 1⁣ and August 25 in Gibsons, a community near Sechelt.

Low Risk, Vigilant Monitoring Recommended

While health officials state the overall transmission risk is low, anyone who⁢ consumed food at either location is encouraged to monitor for symptoms of Hepatitis A. These symptoms ‍can include fatigue, loss of appetite, unexplained ⁢weight loss, pain below ⁢the ribs, muscle aches, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin or‍ eyes).early detection is key to managing the condition.

Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by the Hepatitis A virus. It is typically spread when someone ingests food or water contaminated with ⁢the feces of an infected person. More details about Hepatitis A⁤ can be found on ⁣the Public Health Agency of canada⁢ website.