The CDC is investigating reports of 'fake Botox' causing botulism-like illnesses in several states. Experts weigh in on the risks and offer safety tips.
Fake Botox is on the CDC’s radar. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced on Friday that it is investigating reports of 'a few botulism-like illnesses in several states resulting from botulinum toxin injections administered in non-medical settings,' the agency said in a statement. 'We are coordinating a multi-state outbreak investigation,' the agency added.
The two individuals reported symptoms that included blurred/double vision, droopy face, fatigue, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath and hoarse voice, the statement said. The patients, both of whom were hospitalized, received the injections from a licensed nurse who was 'performing work outside her authority.' Additional cases have been reported in Kentucky, Washington and Colorado.
Fox News Digital reached out to Abbvie , the FDA, the Tennessee Department of Public Health, and the Illinois Department of Public Health requesting comment. For more Health articles, visit www.foxnews.com/health.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
CDC expected to alert doctors about fake BotoxErika Edwards is a health and medical news writer and reporter for NBC News and 'TODAY.'
Read more »
CDC investigating after botulism-like illness appears to stem from fake Botox injections in IL, TNPeople in at least two states have been hospitalized with botulism-like illness after receiving cosmetic injections - commonly known as 'botox' - that were administered in non-medical settings.
Read more »
CDC alerts doctors to watch for rare, serious bacterial infection appearing with unusual symptomsCases are also unusual because they are striking middle-aged adults
Read more »
CDC alerts doctors to watch for rare, serious bacterial infection appearing with unusual symptomsHealth officials are alerting doctors to be on the lookout for certain types of rare, serious meningococcal infections that are on the rise in the United States.
Read more »
CDC alerts doctors to watch for rare, serious bacterial infection appearing with unusual symptomsHealth officials are alerting doctors to be on the lookout for certain types of rare, serious meningococcal infections that are on the rise in the U.S.
Read more »
CDC alerts doctors to watch for rare, serious bacterial infection appearing with unusual symptomsHealth officials are alerting doctors to be on the lookout for certain types of rare, serious meningococcal infections that are on the rise in the United States.
Read more »