Botulism

Botulism in Cascade County Has Investigators Looking for a Source

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 9, 2026

A patient has been diagnosed with botulism in Cascade County, Montana. Leaving City-County Health Department officials looking for a source. What is botulism and how does someone get it? How do you know if you have botulism and what should… read more

Potential Source of ByHeart Infant Formula Contamination Uncovered

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 8, 2026

A potential source of ByHeart infant formula contamination has been discovered. Powdered whole milk. An ingredient used in ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula has been tested. The results connect those samples to outbreak patients. This outbreak marks the first time… read more

Does This Tuna Recall Give You Déjà Vu?

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | January 22, 2026

Regular consumers of canned Genova brand seafood may feel some déjà vu after discovering another tuna recall for the same exact products for botulism risk. If you routinely stock this canned yellowfin product, you may have been notified of another… read more

A Guide to Infant Botulism

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | December 28, 2025

Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by ingesting a harmful, toxin-producing germ called Clostridium botulinum. A recent outbreak linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula has hit headlines and the hearts of caregivers across the country as… read more

Retailers Who Left ByHeart Formula on Store Shelves After Recall Issued FDA Warning Letters

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | December 17, 2025

Certain retailers left ByHeart formula on store shelves. Despite major publicity of the ongoing Infant Botulism outbreak linked to the product. Regulators repeatedly noted that four retailers ignored the recall notices leaving consumers and babies at risk. Target Corporation, The… read more

Reports for FDA Inspection on Three ByHeart Facilities Released. Major Violations Observed!

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | December 4, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published the latest inspection reports for three ByHeart Facilities. One of which has ceased supply to the blendhouse responsible for packaging final product sent out for distribution. Major violations were observed at… read more

Infant Botulism Symptoms: How to Know If Your Child Is Sick?

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 26, 2025

Initial infant botulism symptoms are often overlooked and attributed to normal baby behaviors. With an ongoing infant botulism outbreak linked to baby formula, it is important for parents to understand the early signs and know what to do if their… read more

Six Texas Babies with Infant Botulism After Consuming ByHeart Infant Formula

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 21, 2025

Texas babies have been falling sick with infant botulism. As more suspected cases are confirmed, this number will likely increase. What do these babies have in common? They all consumed ByHeart formula. A whole nutrition formula that has recently tested… read more

At Least 13 Babies Who Consumed ByHeart Infant Formula Have Been Hospitalized with Infant Botulism

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 9, 2025

ByHeart infant formula is a common food consumed by 13 babies recently diagnosed with deadly infant botulism. Several Federal agencies as well as state and local partners are investigating this outbreak. Unfortunately, this tragic number could rise as more information… read more

Chowder Recall Announced Due to Botulism Risk

Botulism,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 20, 2025

SeaBear Company, a Washington-based seafood smokehouse, issued a chowder recall due to potential botulism risk. This potentially fatal form of food poisoning thrives in the unique conditions of packaged soup. Here’s what we know about the chowder recall so far…. read more