(FOX 9) - The Minnesota Department of Health is warning parents as they investigate a multi-state infant botulism outbreak linked to baby formula, including one case in Minnesota.
Botulism outbreak
What we know:
As of last week, health officials say 13 infants have been diagnosed with confirmed or suspected cases of infant botulism across 10 states. Health officials say the cases are linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula.
On Nov. 8, ByHeart recalled two lots of its formula:
Lot: 206VABP/251261P2 ("Use by 01 Dec 2026")
Lot: 206VABP/251131P2 ("Use by 01 Dec 2026")
However, Minnesota health officials warn more lots could be recalled.
Dig deeper:
Health officials explain that botulism is a rare illness caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves and causes difficul

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