Botulism -- United States
A total of 8 non-native mallard ducks from the La'ie wetlands near St. Theresa Church in Kihei have died since [Fri 8 Apr 2016] and botulism is suspected, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources said [Mon 11 Apr 2016].
[Byline: Lee Imada]
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ProMED-MENA from HealthMap Alerts
[Avian botulism is a paralytic disease caused by ingestion of a toxin produced by the bacteria _Clostridium botulinum_. These bacteria are widespread in soil and require warm
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