A rare drug made from scientists' blood is saving babies from botulism. Here's how
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Euronews.com
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The article discusses the case of Alessandro Barbera, who was treated for infant botulism with BabyBIG, a crucial antidote developed from blood plasma. The botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart formula has affected 39 babies across 18 US states. BabyBIG, licensed in 2003, has significantly improved recovery times for infants suffering from this rare disease. The treatment relies on donations from volunteers like Nancy Shine, who contributed to its development despite the challenges faced in funding and resources. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)