How many babies have been affected by the ByHeart formula recall?

At least 31 babies across 15 states have been sickened by the contaminated ByHeart formula, and a total of 107 babies nationwide have received treatment with BabyBIG, an IV medication for botulism.

What specific bacteria was found in the ByHeart formula?

Laboratory tests identified Clostridium botulinum type A bacteria in some samples of ByHeart formula.

When did ByHeart issue the nationwide recall?

ByHeart issued the nationwide recall on November 11, 2025.

What should parents do if their baby consumed ByHeart formula?

Parents should immediately stop using ByHeart formula, monitor their baby for symptoms of infant botulism, and seek medical care if any symptoms appear. They should also save the formula container for possible testing.

Are other infant formula brands affected by this recall?

At this time, there is no evidence that other infant formula brands are affected. The FDA is the best source for updates on other brands.

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ByHeart Baby Formula Recalled Nationwide Amid Botulism Contamination Concerns

ByHeart has recalled all its baby formula nationwide due to potential botulism contamination, sickening at least 31 babies and leading to 107 treatments.

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ByHeart baby formula from all lots has been recalled nationwide due to potential contamination with botulism bacteria, confirmed by laboratory tests.

The recall, issued on November 11, follows an outbreak that began in August, with tests showing unevenly distributed Clostridium botulinum type A bacteria.

At least 31 babies across 15 states have reportedly been sickened by the contaminated formula, posing a serious health risk to infants.

A total of 107 babies nationwide have received treatment with BabyBIG, an IV medication for botulism, due to ingesting the affected ByHeart formula.

Parents and caregivers must immediately stop feeding ByHeart formula and monitor babies for infant botulism symptoms due to potential illness.

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: At least 31 babies across 15 states have been sickened by the contaminated ByHeart formula, and a total of 107 babies nationwide have received treatment with BabyBIG, an IV medication for botulism.
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: Laboratory tests identified Clostridium botulinum type A bacteria in some samples of ByHeart formula.
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: ByHeart issued the nationwide recall on November 11, 2025.
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: Parents should immediately stop using ByHeart formula, monitor their baby for symptoms of infant botulism, and seek medical care if any symptoms appear. They should also save the formula container for possible testing.
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: At this time, there is no evidence that other infant formula brands are affected. The FDA is the best source for updates on other brands.
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