400 dogs in Zambia died from aflatoxin poisoning linked to contaminated maize, raising human health concerns.

400 dogs in Zambia died from aflatoxin poisoning linked to contaminated maize, raising concerns over potential human health risks. Over half of the 25 maize samples tested from milling companies contained high levels of aflatoxins, a poisonous substance produced by fungi. The Zambian government has recalled affected batches of maize meal, issued seizure notices to implicated companies, and is investigating the potential impact on the public, with the World Health Organization warning that aflatoxins can cause liver cancer in humans.

August 21, 2024
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