Botulism
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Causes of Botulism in Horses and PoniesBotulism in horses and ponies is potentially lethal and preventable. It is mainly caused by dead rodents decaying inside of big bale hay silage or eating fermenting lawn clippings. -
Botulism is the Worst Possible Type of Food PoisoningThis article describes the worst type of foodborne illness which is botulism. Information on symptoms and treatment is covered.
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Infant BotulismRead about why babies should never eat honey or honey products. Infant botulism is a serious and sometimes life-threatening disease that may occur.
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Protect Your Baby from Botulism, Choking Hazards, or Any Unsafe Food, Make Homemade Baby FoodHave you heard about the recent recall of baby food that might have botulism or the 2007 recall of Gerbers food that might be dangerous? Why not make homemade baby food?
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Bacterial Food Intoxication: A Look at BotulismBotulism is the most dangerous form of food-borne intoxication, associated with a high fatality percentage. Antitoxin therapy can be effective if administered quickly, but avoidance of risky foods is a better defense from this dangerous toxin. -
News from FDA! BOTULISM ALERTThis was sent to me in an email today by a concerned friend. I thought I would pass it along to the AC population.
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Over 100 Types of Canned Vegetables Recalled for Possible BotulismRecalled products are #10 cans of various vegetables, beans, and peas sold under 10 different brand names.
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Honey and Infant BotulismHoney should never be given to infants under 1 year of age due to the risk of infant botulism, a rare but serious illness.
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Botulism. It's EverywhereSanitation is key in preventing food borne illness, especially one as deadly as botulism. -
What is Infant Botulism?Most pediatricians have heard of but have never seen a case of it. Its symptoms mimic those of many other conditions. One thing is certain, however. Left untreated, infant botulism can kill. -
Canning Safety: Avoiding Foodborn BotulismFoodborn Botulism is a serious and possibly fatal poisoning from the same poison that is used for Botox treatments. If ingested, it will possibly kill you.
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Infant Botulism: Is Honey Safe for Babies?Honey can cause botulism in infants under 12 months of age.
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Botulism Strikes Spokane, Wash., Mother, Two ChildrenThe Associated Press is reporting in SeattlePi.com that three people in Spokane, Washington, have become ill from botulism.
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FDA Warning: Canned Green Beans May Contain BotulismThe beans are manufactured by Lakeside Foods of Manitowoc, Wisconsin and come in 14.5 ounce cans. The warning is because the product may not have been processed in the proper way to eliminate the chance of botulism. -
Homemade Baby Food & the Risk for BotulismOffering an overview of the health risks associated with creating homemade baby food and the risk for botulism
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How Are Botox Cosmetic and Botulism Intertwined?Botox, identifies with Botulism, a strain of food poisoning, in ways so close Botox has been suggested to be food poisoning in a weakened strength. Compare the similarities and judge for yourself.
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What Everyone Should Know About BotulismHere is a good basic overview of botulism, and suggestions for where additional information can be found.
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All About Botulism: Causes, Symptoms, and TreatmentBotulism is often found in canned goods, and can lead to severe illness or even death. Here are some ways to make sure your canned goods are not going to make you sick.
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Carrot Juice - Home Juicing to Avoid BotulismWith recent media attention linking botulism poisoning to processed carrot juice, many health experts are recommending parents supply children with fresh, home made carrot juice.
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New Mexico Consumers Asked to Check Homes for Botulism-Tainted FoodsA 52 year-old Sandoval County man who had been hospitalized in Albuquerque,N.M. has died from a case of botulism.
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Botulism- a Potentially Deadly Threat in Your CupboardBotulism comes in three forms, all brought about by a bacteria that produces toxins lethal enough to kill without prompt and proper treatment.
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The Dangers of Botulism Toxin PoisoningBotulism toxin is a dangerous chemical made by a bacteria called clostridium botulinum.
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Symptoms and Treatment of Botulism and Safety Issues Surrounding BotoxBotulism is a rare but serious illness. Recent recalls of canned foods and recent FDA warnings about Botox highlight the seriousness of Botulism. In this article I discuss causes, symptoms and treatment of Botulism, as well as safety issues surrounding Botox
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Botulism Symptoms and TreatmentBotulism is a bacterial infection caused by Clostridium botulinum. This bacterium releases a toxic chemical into the body of an affected person. It can be quite dangerous, especially in the elderly and children. It is not a contagious infection.
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Botulism: What is It?There are three main kinds of botulism, but seven different types. All of them can have some very serious effects on a person's body. The three types are foodborne botulism, wound botulism and infant botulism.
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Food Poisoning by Botulism and Salmonellosis: How They DifferFor the laymen, food poisoning by botulism or salmonellosis simply means having eaten contaminated food, resulting to certain symptoms as abdominal pain and diarrhea. But going technical about it, what exactly are these diseases?
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Symptoms and Treatment of BotulismBotulism is an infection caused by a bacteria known as Clostridium botulinum.
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FDA WARNING: Hot Dog Chili Sauce May Cause Fatal Cases of BotulismThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned consumers today of the possibility of intoxication with Clostridium botulinum in Hot Dog Chili Sauce marketed under different brand names. -
Food Recalls for July 2010July 2010 food recalls that could have deadly consequences if ingested. Products recalled for samonella, E. coli, Listeria monocytogenes, botulism and allergens.
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Castleberry Recalls Several Brands of Canned Chili, BBQ, Corned Beef HashPeople in Texas and Indiana became very ill after eating these canned chili products, but are expected to survive what may be botulism.
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Baby Food Recall: A Baby Food Batch Contamination Feared by Plum OrganicsA baby food recall of Plum Organics is announced. A baby food recall is serious, as this baby food recall could lead to botulism in infants. Plum Organics baby food, which has been recalled, is sold at Babies R Us and Toys
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The Side Effects of BotoxThe outward appearance of age may be delayed temporarily with injections of botulism toxin, but as with any prescribed medication, there are risks involved.
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Common Causes of Food PoisoningOne of the most serious forms of food poisoning, botulism , caused by a spore-produced toxin, is quite rare. More common causes of food poisoning are listed below.
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Anthrax Attacks - Worry Over StockpileAccording to the Associated Press, anthrax vaccibe (check), antibiotics (check), botulism treatment (check) and smallpox vaccine (check). Ten years after the anthrax attacks brought home the reality of... -
Most Common Foodborne DiseasesWhat are the most common foodborne diseases, where do they come from and what are their effects on humans?
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The Uses for BotoxBotox is a botulinum type A toxin. It is the same toxin found in botulism, the bacterium we know to produce food poisoning
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Plum Organics Issues a Baby Food RecallPlum Organics has stated that a batch of baby food is a possible botulism risk and has issued a recall.
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Botox Treatment to Combat AgingBotulism toxin, Botox in short, is an untainted form of a bacterium. In recent years, botox has become very popular among cosmetic surgeons.
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Castleberry Voluntarily Recalls Canned FoodsOn July 18th of this year Castleberry in Augusta, Georgia, announced a voluntary recall of some of it's canned foods due to the possibility of botulinum toxin, a toxin which can cause botulism.
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Who Needs to Get Old when We Can Have Botox?Botox is a botulinum type A toxin. It is the same toxin found in botulism, the bacterium we know to produce food poisoning. However, if injected into the body in small doses Botox prevents the brain from signaling the muscles to contract
