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Botulism - Prevention

Prevention:

NEVER give honey or corn syrup to infants younger than 1 year old -- not even just a little taste on a pacifier.

Prevent infant botulism by breastfeeding, if possible.

Always throw away bulging cans or off-smelling preserved foods. Sterilize home-canned foods by pressure cooking at 250 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.

Keep foil-wrapped baked potatoes hot or in the refrigerator, not out in room temperature.

  • Reviewed last on: 8/16/2007
  • Arnold L. Lentnek, MD, Division of Infectious Disease, Kennestone Hospital, Marietta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.