The number 5 outbreak of 2025 is the Byheart infant formula botulism outbreak that is still ongoing. There are at least 51 infants in 19 states who have been sickened in this outbreak; all have been hospitalized. The case count by state is: Arizona (5), California (12), Idaho (2), Illinois (2), Kentucky (1), Massachusetts (2), Maine (1), Michigan (1) Minnesota (3), North Carolina (2), New Jersey (1), Ohio (1), Oregon (4), Pennsylvania (1), Rhode Island (1), Texas (8), Virginia (1), Washington (2), and Wisconsin (1). The infants range in age from 16 to 264 days. Illness onset dates range from December 24, 2023 to December 1, 2025. All of the infants were treated with BabyBIG®, the FDA-approved treatment for this infection developed by the California Department of Health. The FDA … [Read more...]
ByHeart Infant Botulism Outbreak Has Sickened 51 Babies
The ByHeart infant botulism outbreak has now sickened 51 babies in 19 states, according to the CDC. All of the patients have been hospitalized. That is an increase of 12 new cases, 12 new hospitalizations, and one new state since the last update was issued a week ago. The new state is Ohio. The case count by state is: Arizona (5), California (12), Idaho (2), Illinois (2), Kentucky (1), Massachusetts (2), Maine (1), Michigan (1) Minnesota (3), North Carolina (2), New Jersey (1), Ohio (1), Oregon (4), Pennsylvania (1), Rhode Island (1), Texas (8), Virginia (1), Washington (2), and Wisconsin (1). The infants range in age from 16 to 264 days. Illness onset dates range from December 24, 2023 to December 1, 2025. All of the infants were hospitalized and treated with BabyBIG®, the … [Read more...]
Byheart Infant Formula Botulism Outbreak Has Sickened 31
The Byheart Infant Formula botulism outbreak has sickened 31 babies as of November 19, 2025, according to the CDC, an increase of eight more patients since the last update was issued on November 14, 2025. All eight infants have been hospitalized, and two more states are added to the case count. The new states are Idaho and Maine. The case count by state is: Arizona (3), California (4), Idaho (1), Illinois (2), Kentucky (1), Maine (1), Michigan (1) Minnesota (2), North Carolina (2), New Jersey (1), Oregon (3), Pennsylvania (1), Rhode Island (1), Texas (6), and Washington (2). For 23 infants whose age was made available to public health officials, they range in age from 16 to 200 days. Illness onset dates range from August 9 to November 13, 2025 for 27 of these infants. All of the … [Read more...]
FDA On ByHeart Whole Nutrition Formula Botulism Outbreak
The FDA weighs in on the ByHeart Whole Nutrition Formula botulism outbreak, stating that, "Epidemiologic and laboratory data show that ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula might be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, which is causing infant illness in multiple regions of the country." The case count by state is: Arizona (1), California (2), Illinois (2), Kentucky (1), Minnesota (1), North Carolina (1), New Jersey (1), Oregon (1), Pennsylvania (1), Rhode Island (1), Texas (2), and Washington (1). For 14 infants whose age is available, they range in age from 16 to 157 days. Illness onset dates range from August 9 to November 10, 2025. All of the infants were hospitalized and treated with BabyBIG®, the FDA-approved treatment for this infection developed by the California … [Read more...]
Minnesota Infant Sickened in ByHeart Formula Botulism Outbreak
A Minnesota infant is sickened in the ByHeart infant formula botulism outbreak, according to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). That infant got sick in August 2025. All of ByHeart's formula has been recalled after testing conducted in California found the possible presence of the Clostridium botulinum bacteria in an opened can of that product from the home of a sick infant. In all, there are now 15 infants who are ill after being fed ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. The case count by state is: Arizona (1), California (2), Illinois (2), Kentucky (1), Minnesota (1), North Carolina (1), New Jersey (1), Oregon (1), Pennsylvania (1), Rhode Island (1), Texas (2), and Washington (1). For 14 infants whose age was reported to public health officials, they range in age from 16 … [Read more...]
ByHeart Infant Formula Botulism Outbreak Sickens 15 Babies
The ByHeart Infant Formula botulism outbreak has now sickened 15 babies in 12 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). That is an increase of two more patients in two more states since the last update was issued three days ago. The new states are Kentucky and New Jersey. The case count by state is: Arizona (1), California (2), Illinois (2), Kentucky (1), Minnesota (1), North Carolina (1), New Jersey (1), Oregon (1), Pennsylvania (1), Rhode Island (1), Texas (2), and Washington (1). For 14 infants whose age is available, they range in age from 16 to 157 days. Illness onset dates range from August 9 to November 10, 2025. All of the infants were hospitalized and treated with BabyBIG®. No deaths have been reported. According to information from the … [Read more...]
All ByHeart Infant Formula Is Recalled in Infant Botulism Outbreak
All ByHeart Infant Formula is recalled in relation to the infant botulism outbreak that has now sickened at least 15 babies nationwide. The original recall of two lots of the formula was expanded when the FDA learned that some sick infants had been fed other lots of that product. The California Department of Public Health conducted tests on an opened can of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant formula that was fed to and infant who contracted a botulism infection, and preliminary tests suggest the product contained Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The company maintains that no unopened can of their product has tested positive. The FDA is waiting for confirmed results of its testing, but in the meantime ByHeart is recalling all product from the market, and is testing every batch of … [Read more...]
Good & Gather Southwest Style Burrito Bowl Recalled For Shrimp
Good & Gather Southwest Style Burrito Bowl is being recalled for shrimp (shellfish), one of the nine major food allergens, that is not declared on the product label as required. Anyone who is allergic to shrimp could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The brand name is Good & Gather, and the company is One Frozen, LLC. This product was distributed through Target stores nationwide, in all 50 states. The distribution from One Frozen, LLC to Target began on 4/17/2025. The recalled product is Good & Gather Southwest Style Burrito Bowl Blend, which is sold frozen in 12 ounce bags. The UPC number for this item is 085239931356, and the lot codes … [Read more...]
LLK Needle Mushrooms Recalled For Possible Listeria
LLK Needle Mushrooms are being recalled for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is LLK Trading of Linden, New Jersey. The recalled Needle Mushrooms were distributed to Bally Produce Corp. in Maspeth, New York, and then sold to DATANG SUPERMARKET INC. The recalled product is LLK Needle Mushrooms that are packaged in a 200 gram plastic bag that is clear on the top, showing the mushrooms, with a blue bottom with printing in green and red. No UPC number or best by date were mentioned in the recall notice. The recall was triggered when routine testing by the FDA revealed the presence of the pathogen in a sample of the mushrooms. Distribution of these … [Read more...]
Greenwise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food Recalled
Greenwise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food is being recalled by Publix stores because the product may be contaminated with elevated lead levels. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Publix Super Markets of Lakeland, Florida. There is no safe level of lead exposure. Short term exposure to very low levels of lead may not cause any symptoms. Increased blood lead levels may be the only sign of this exposure. More symptoms of lead exposure are more likely with acute exposure to higher levels of this heavy metal. The effects depend upon the amount and duration of exposure and age and body weight of the patient. If a fetus or a child is exposed to enough lead for a long period of time, … [Read more...]
