Health Dept. confirms infant botulism case

San Juan Daily Star

Health Dept. confirms infant botulism case

Health Secretary Víctor Ramos Otero Rapid coordination ensures timely treatment By THE STAR STAFF The Puerto Rico Department of Health has confirmed a case of infant botulism and underscored the swift response that allowed the patient to receive life‑saving treatment within 48 hours of the initial alert. According to the agency, the suspected case was reported on May 27 by the University Pediatric Hospital after an infant presented symptoms consistent with the illness, including generalized...

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