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Clostridium botulinum
Coverage of Clostridium botulinum in the Nexus archive.
- New infant botulism outbreak puts fancy formulas under scrutiny
A new infant botulism outbreak has raised concerns about fancy baby formulas. A previously affected infant is now recovering, having been treated with BabyBIG antitoxin, while her home displays a stuffed animal shaped like the Clostridium botulinum bacteria.
- Nara Organics Infant Formula recalled due to Botulism risk
The Hawaii Department of Health has announced a recall of all Nara Organics powdered infant formula due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination. The recall is linked to a risk of botulism, a serious illness caused by the bacteria.