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"Ongoing Hospitalization of Two Victims in Fatal Botulism Outbreak"

Two patients in a botulism outbreak in France remain hospitalized, while six have been discharged. The outbreak, which occurred during the Rugby World Cup, affected 15 people from multiple countries. The source of infection was traced back to locally produced canned sardines consumed at a restaurant in Bordeaux. The patients required mechanical ventilation due to respiratory muscle paralysis, and botulism antitoxin was administered. The investigation found that the sardines from the restaurant tested positive for botulinum neurotoxin type B. Public health measures were taken to stop the outbreak, and authorities alerted medical practitioners and assessed the possible risk outside of France.

via Food Safety News|

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International Botulism Outbreak Claims Lives in France and California

A botulism outbreak in France has resulted in one death and over a dozen hospitalizations, including a man from California who is currently on a ventilator. The outbreak is believed to be caused by improperly preserved sardines served at a wine bar in Bordeaux. Botulism is a rare but dangerous foodborne illness caused by a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The outbreak has affected individuals from various countries, and investigations are underway to identify all customers who consumed the contaminated sardines. Symptoms of botulism include difficulty breathing, muscle paralysis, and potential death if not treated promptly.

via Insider|

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"Sardine-Related Botulism Outbreak Claims 1 Life, Hospitalizes 8 in Bordeaux Restaurant"

One person has died and eight others have been hospitalized after an outbreak of botulism linked to sardines at a restaurant in Bordeaux, France. The diners consumed sardines in a homemade oil preserve that was contaminated with botulism bacteria. The restaurant has been closed for cleaning and disinfection, and the owner has been asked to stop making preserved fish. Symptoms of botulism include abdominal pains, vomiting, blurred vision, and difficulty swallowing or speaking. Treatment involves antitoxins, and the condition can be fatal in 5-10% of cases.

via Yahoo News|

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"Sardine-Related Botulism Outbreak Claims 1 Life, Hospitalizes 8 in Bordeaux Restaurant"

One person has died and eight others have been hospitalized after an outbreak of botulism in a restaurant in Bordeaux, France. The diners consumed sardines in a homemade oil preserve that was contaminated with botulism bacteria. The restaurant has been closed for cleaning and disinfection, and the owner has been asked to stop making preserved fish. Symptoms of botulism include abdominal pains, vomiting, blurred vision, and difficulty swallowing. Treatment involves antitoxins and assisted breathing, and the infection can be fatal in 5-10% of cases.

via CNN|

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Botulism Outbreak Strikes Bordeaux, Leaving One Dead and Multiple Hospitalized

Ten probable cases of foodborne botulism, including one American, have been reported in France, with one fatality. The cases are believed to be linked to homemade canned sardines in oil served at the Tchin Tchin Wine Bar in Bordeaux. Health officials have urged anyone who visited the bar between September 4 and 10 to be vigilant for symptoms and seek medical attention if necessary. Investigations are underway, and results are expected in the coming days. Foodborne botulism is a rare but life-threatening condition caused by toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria.

via Food Safety News|

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