- a variation of botulinus.
botulinum
Americannoun
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The New York company said in a statement that so far its product had not tested positive for the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 14, 2026
In November 2025, all ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products were recalled for possible contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacteria that causes botulism, an extremely deadly illness.
From Salon ● Mar. 20, 2026
According to market analysts Precision Business Insights, the UK botulinum toxin market was worth about £115m in 2024 and is forecast to reach nearly £295m by 2031.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2025
But if a wrinkle isn't yet there, then how does having botulinum toxin injected into your face impede the ageing process?
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2025
Botulism is a rare but life-threatening condition caused by toxins made by clostridium botulinum bacteria.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2024
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