Botulism

• Infant botulism outbreak tied to some baby formula use growing in the U.S.

  An outbreak of infant botulism is growing in the U.S., with at least 15 babies in 12 U.S. states becoming sick after consuming the same recalled baby formula.

  Health

  Nov 11, 2025
  
• Three Canadians sickened in France’s botulism outbreak are from Quebec: PHAC

  There could be more cases, including among other Canadians travelling in France, because symptoms of botulism can take up to eight days to appear.

  Health

  Sep 15, 2023
  
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• Olivera brand sliced olives recalled in Quebec over botulism concerns

  The agency says there have been no illnesses associated with the product, but there may be more recalls.

  Health

  Oct 6, 2021
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• Bottled clams from New Brunswick campsite recalled over possible botulism concerns

  The clams, sold at Cielo Glamping Maritime on the Acadien Peninsula, were sold in 500 ml and 1 L containers with no labels.

  Health

  Feb 2, 2020
• Lobster, crab in brine recalled over botulism concerns

  The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says consumers should check to see if the recalled products are in their homes.

  Canada

  Nov 14, 2019
• Vancouver Coastal Health issues botulism warning over Richmond-made sauce

  Betty's King Sauce is being prepared at a Richmond home under conditions that could allow for the growth of the harmful bacteria.

  Nov 8, 2018
• Nova Scotia animal rescue centre needs help after outbreak of botulism

  Two horses have died, four other animals fighting illness at Integrity's Haven Equine Rescue Centre Society.

  Canada

  Jul 2, 2018
• State of the Union: Donald Trump said Otto Warmbier returned to U.S. ‘horribly injured’ despite coroner’s findings

  U.S. President Donald Trump used fiery comments to address the threat of North Korea during his State of the Union address and used the death of Otto Warmbier to humanize the “cruel dictatorship” of the North.

  Politics

  Jan 31, 2018
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• CFIA issues recall for caviar products sold in Quebec due to botulism risk

  The affected brands include Imperial Caviar and Seafood and VIP Caviar Club sold in Quebec in 100 g and 50 g containers.

  Canada

  Nov 26, 2017
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• North Korea says it’s the ‘biggest victim’ following death of Otto Warmbier

  North Korea denied any cruel treatment or torture of Otto Warmbier, and accused the United States and South Korea of a smear campaign.

  World

  Jun 23, 2017