Health officials warn against swimming and eating shellfish at New Zealand's Lake Rua due to harmful bacteria.

Health officials in New Zealand have warned against swimming and eating shellfish at Roto Kohatu Reserve at Lake Rua due to high levels of fecal bacteria, which can cause illnesses including Hepatitis A and Salmonella. Dr. Cheryl Brunton advises against swimming and eating shellfish from the site and recommends avoiding all rivers and beaches for two days after heavy rain. The full list of affected sites is available on Environment Canterbury's website.

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