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Nestle has recalled certain batches of its SMA infant and follow-on formulas due to potential contamination with cereulide, a toxin that can cause food poisoning, as a precaution despite no confirmed illnesses. The company is offering refunds and advises parents to check batch codes, emphasizing that other products are safe.
ByHeart has voluntarily recalled all its organic baby formula products nationwide following an outbreak of infant botulism, with at least 15 babies hospitalized across 12 states. The recall was expanded after testing linked the formula to the bacteria producing the toxin, and the FDA is investigating 84 cases in total. Parents are advised to stop using the formula immediately, as the bacteria can cause serious illness in infants.
A nationwide recall of certain baby formula lots has been issued after 13 infants across 10 states were hospitalized with infant botulism, a rare and potentially fatal illness caused by bacterial toxins. The FDA and health officials are investigating the contamination source, and parents are advised to check lot numbers, clean feeding items thoroughly, and seek medical attention if symptoms appear in infants.
Federal and state health officials are investigating 13 cases of infant botulism in 10 US states linked to a recall of ByHeart's infant formula, with all affected infants hospitalized but no deaths reported. The recall involves two specific lots of the formula, and authorities are examining the contamination source while advising consumers on safety measures.
The FDA has confirmed that two children were recently infected with the dangerous bacteria responsible for a baby formula recall last year. One child died in Kentucky, while another in Missouri was diagnosed with a brain infection caused by the same bacteria. Both children had consumed Similac-brand formula products, but investigations have not found a causal link between the formula and the infections. The FDA stated that there is no indication of a broader public health concern related to the product at this time. The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists has added cronobacter-related infections to the national watchlist of serious conditions. The FDA has emphasized the possible risks of pre-term infants consuming probiotic products and is investigating these incidents. Lawyers representing one of the affected families have filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer, Abbott, who denies responsibility for the infections.