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California officials warn against foraging wild mushrooms after deadly poisoning outbreak
California officials report 21 amatoxin poisoning cases linked to death cap mushrooms, resulting in one death and severe liver damage, urging the public to avoid foraging.
- California health officials cautioned residents about foraging after 21 adult and pediatric mushroom poisoning cases, with clusters in Monterey and San Francisco Bay areas.
- Several patients required intensive care, and at least one potentially needed a liver transplant, while one adult fatality was reported.
- Death cap mushrooms, easily mistaken for edible varieties, contain potentially deadly toxins that can lead to liver failure and are found across California, particularly near oak and other hardwood trees.
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Deadly Mushrooms: A Growing Threat in California
California officials warn residents of the dangers posed by wild mushrooms after an outbreak of poisonings linked to death cap mushrooms results in multiple severe cases and one fatality. Foragers are advised to avoid wild mushrooms to prevent fatal liver damage and other complications.
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California officials warn against foraging wild mushrooms after deadly poisoning outbreak
California officials are warning foragers about a deadly outbreak linked to wild mushrooms. The state poison control system has identified 21 cases of amatoxin poisoning, likely from death cap mushrooms.
·United States
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California sounds the alarm on a dangerous rise in mushroom poisonings
California health officials are warning residents to avoid foraging wild mushrooms following a recent outbreak of amatoxin poisoning, including one adult death, tied to toxic varieties that resembl…
·Los Angeles, United States
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