Botox warning as raft of people report concerning symptoms

• Several people in County Durham have experienced adverse reactions to botulinum toxin (Botox) injections, including severe eyelid drooping, double vision, difficulty swallowing, slurred speech, and lethargy.
• The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is investigating the cases but has found no indication of product contamination.
• County Durham's director of public health, Amanda Healy, said they are working with the UKHSA to investigate the cause and prevent further cases.
• Doctors say botulism is rare but serious, and anyone with symptoms like difficulty swallowing or drooping eyelids is being urged to contact NHS 111 or A&E.
• A reminder has been issued that Botox practitioners should wear protective equipment, conduct pre-consultations, share qualifications, and require consent forms.

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String of negative botox reactions prompts health chiefs to issue warning