Preliminary tests find germ that causes botulism in ByHeart baby formula
Summary
Preliminary tests found that ByHeart baby formula might contain a harmful germ linked to botulism, a serious illness. This has affected 13 infants in 10 states, all of whom are hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported. Health officials are investigating, and ByHeart has recalled two lots of the formula.Key Facts
- ByHeart baby formula is suspected to contain bacteria that cause botulism.
- The outbreak affects 13 infants across 10 U.S. states.
- California health officials conducted tests, which suggested the presence of bacteria.
- ByHeart recalled two lots of their Whole Nutrition Infant Formula.
- Further testing is being conducted by state and federal health officials.
- Infant botulism has affected babies aged 2 weeks to 5 months.
- Infant botulism in the U.S. typically affects fewer than 200 babies each year.
- The treatment for infant botulism involves a special medication called BabyBIG.
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