They may be contaminated with high levels of paralytic shellfish poisoning, or PSP, a naturally occurring toxin produced by algae. Shellfish harvested from those areas during that period were ...

The FDA says consumers should avoid eating shellfish from Oregon and Washington state as they may be contaminated with toxins that cause paralytic shellfish poisoning. At least 31 people have been ...

causing what is known as paralytic shellfish poisoning. PSP attacks the nervous system and as little as one milligram is enough to kill an adult. The outbreak of PSP caught the government flatfooted.

Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (EIFCA) said it was "highly likely" both dogs died from paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP). EIFCA said there was no risk to people or pets ...

Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (EIFCA) said it was "highly likely" both dogs died from paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP). Tests will continue along the coastline until ...