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By Natasha Leake A baby left “completely paralysed” after being diagnosed with botulism was saved – by a remedy found thousands of miles away in the US. Mums Alba and Emily rushed six-month-old Thomas to A&E when he went “floppy” at home in Birmingham, West Midlands. The youngster’s condition initially stumped doctors – leaving his parents frightened. Thomas was eventually diagnosed with botulism, which can be found in dust, soil – and honey. Rare in the UK, the condition causes a toxin – which can be deadly – to be released through the body. In fact, it is so rare that staff at Birmingham Chi…

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