Families sue after babies sickened with botulism linked to formula
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Two families are suing the maker of an organic baby formula linked to an outbreak of botulism in infants. Nicole Valdes spoke with the parents of one of 15 infants who developed the rare and potentially dangerous illness after taking the formula.
Breakdown
- Two families are suing ByHeart after their infants developed botulism allegedly linked to the company's formula.
- At least 15 cases of infant botulism have been connected to ByHeart formula, which was voluntarily recalled. 34s
- The FDA is investigating the outbreak; no deaths have been reported so far. 1m 16s
- ByHeart stated it is focused on finding the source of the outbreak and expressed sympathy to affected families. 1m 20s
- Some parents, including Hannah Everett, feel they have no alternative to formula despite safety concerns. 1m 42s