Baby formula botulism outbreak update
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Infant botulism is a rare but serious condition caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum in a baby’s intestines. The illness occurs when a baby ingests C. botulinum spores, which then germinate in the gut and produce neurotoxin.
ByHeart, the maker of the product, has been linked to an outbreak of illnesses among infants that led to their hospitalizations.
Bobbie, the purpose-driven organic infant feeding company, has officially launched in select Costco warehouses across the country, marking a major milestone as the only USDA Organic infant formula available on Costco shelves and joining the ranks of Similac, Enfamil, and Costco Brand.
AUSTIN, Texas and TOKYO, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- According to DataM Intelligence, the Organic Infant Formula Market Size valued at USD 20.8 billion in 2023, rose to USD 22.11 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 36.04 billion by 2032 ...