Officials in California are urging people not to forage for wild mushrooms after a rise in poisoning cases caused at least one death. The California Poison Control System has identified 21 cases of ...

“Death cap mushrooms contain potentially deadly toxins that can lead to liver failure,” Erica Pan, director of the California ...

Death cap mushrooms are among the world’s most poisonous. Eating even small amounts can lead to liver and kidney failure.

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.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. California poison control identified 21 cases of amatoxin poisoning linked to death cap mushrooms, which killed ...