OREGON, USA — Thirteen infants across 10 states, including one in Washington and one in Oregon, have been linked to a botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart powdered infant formula, prompting a voluntary recall of the product, federal and state health officials said.

The Washington case involves an infant from Lewis County, according to the state Department of Health.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and health officials in 10 states are investigating the outbreak. The cases span Arizona, California, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas and Washington. Two cases each were reported in California, Illinois and Texas. No deaths have been reported.

All 13 cases involve infants who consu

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