What Is Botulism?

What Is Botulism?

Foodborne botulism is a type of poisoning usually caused by ingesting the potent neurotoxin botulinum toxin produced in contaminated food. Because botulinum toxin affects muscle control throughout the body, botulinum toxin can cause many complications. … Read more

What Is Bioterrorism?

What Is Bioterrorism?

Bioterrorism is the use of bacteria, viruses or microorganisms to deliberately harm large numbers of people or communities. Bioterrorism is rare and is used to threaten people, governments and nations. Bioterrorism includes the deliberate or … Read more