The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a health advisory regarding a multi-state outbreak of infant botulism associated with Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula powdered that is being investigated by CDPH, CDC, FDA, and other state health departments.
As of June 15, 2026, three infants with laboratory confirmed infant botulism and recent exposure to the same brand of powdered infant formula have been identified: one each in California, Pennsylvania, and Washington.
Illness onset dates range from late April to May 31, 2026. All infants were hospitalized and received treatment with antitoxin BabyBIG® (Botulism Immune Globulin Intravenous medication). No deaths have been reported.
The manufacturer issued a voluntary recall on June 13, 2026, for all lots of Nara Organics infant formula nationwide which was sold online and at Target retail stores. Parents, caregivers and guardians should discontinue use of Nara Organics formula immediately.
Infant botulism symptoms can take up to 30 days to develop after exposure. Early symptoms include:
