botulinum
Americannoun
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In Austria, by contrast, botulinum toxin and dermal filler treatments are classified as medical procedures and are typically reserved for doctors.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
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
She says that having botulinum toxin injected at such an early age risks building up a tolerance to it.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2025
The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners says it receives numerous reports of the "illicit supply and use of unlicensed botulinum toxins".
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2025
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