US EditionCalifornia officials warn against foraging wild mushrooms after deadly poisoning outbreak
The California Department of Public Health reports 21 amatoxin poisonings linked to death cap mushrooms, including severe liver damage and one fatality, urging a halt to wild mushroom 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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Health officials warn against mushroom foraging after fatal poisoning
One person has died in California following an outbreak of amatoxin poisoning linked to wild, foraged mushrooms, state health officials said.The California Department of Public Health said more than 20 cases have been identified since mid-November, with clusters in the Monterey and San Francisco Bay areas. Several patients, including children, have suffered severe liver damage, and at least one person may require a liver transplant.RELATED STORY…
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