Botulism
Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by a bacterium which occurs in soil. It produces a toxin that affects your nerves. Foodborne botulism comes from eating foods contaminated with the toxin.
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Duration of Illness | Variable |
What Do I Do? | Botulism is a medical emergency. If you have symptoms of botulism, contact your doctor immediately. |
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General Information
Botulism (NIH MedlinePlus)
Trusted health information on causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Botulism (CDC)
General information on diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and more.
Clostridium botulinum (FDA)
From the Bad Bug Book; provides basic facts, including associated foods, frequency of disease, complications, and target populations.
Frozen, Fully-Cooked Products & Botulism (USDA)
Safety recommendations to prevent botulism.