California officials are warning foragers after an outbreak of poisoning linked to wild mushrooms that has killed one adult and caused severe liver damage in several patients, including children.

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California officials are warning foragers about a deadly outbreak linked to wild mushrooms. The state poison control system has identified 21 cases of amatoxin poisoning, likely from death cap mushrooms

These toxic mushrooms are often mistaken for edible ones

One adult has died, and several patients, including children, have suffered severe liver damage

Wet weather fuels the growth of these mushrooms, and officials advise against foraging

The state poison control system has identified 21 cases of amatoxin poisoning, likely caused by death cap mushrooms, the health depar

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