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Fact or Fiction: Raw Oysters Are Safe to Eat Every Month of the Year

Did you know there's an old wives' tale that you shouldn't eat raw oysters in months without the letter "R" in it? Find out if this is fact or fiction, plus learn other seafood facts.

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    Fact or Fiction: Raw Oysters Are Safe to Eat Every Month of the Year

    Fact or Fiction: Raw Oysters Are Safe to Eat Every Month of the Year

    Did you know that every month — sans May, June, July and August — has the letter "R" in its name? Don't look it up. Take our word for it. Did you …

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