Biological Weapon - Botulism 2005 Be Prepared What It Is The botulinum toxins are a group of seven related neurotoxins produced by the bacillus Clostridium botulinum. These toxins, types A through G, could be delivered by aerosol over concentrations of troops. When inhaled, these toxins produce a clinical picture very similar to foodborne intoxication, although the time to onset of paralytic symptoms may actually be longer than for foodborne cases, and may vary by type and dose of toxin. ...

Botulinum Toxin Terrorism 101 Botulinum Toxin Overview: Botulism toxin is the most potent lethal substance known to man (lethal dose 1ng/kg). Botulism toxin is made by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Botulinum toxin was developed as an aerosol weapon by several countries. No human data exist on the effects inhaling botulinum toxin, but it may resemble the foodborne syndrome. If people have intentionally been exposed, in a bioterrorist attack, breathing in the toxin or ingesting th ...

Botulism FAQ, 2005 Center for Biosecurity of UPMC - Bioterrorism, Biodefense, Public Health Preparedness What is botulism? Botulinum toxin is a product of the anaerobic bacteria named Clostridium botulinum. This bacterium is a spore-forming anaerobic microbe that is commonly found in soil. Botulism is the disease caused by absorption of botulinum toxin into the bloodstream. Three forms of naturally occurring botulism affecting humans exist: foodborne, wound, and intestinal. All forms of bot ...

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