Toxic mushrooms in Iran kill 11 people and poison more than 800

Up to 10 provinces, mostly in west of country, affected by mass fungi poisoningAt least 11 people have reportedly died in Iran after eating toxic mushrooms.Emergency services in up to 10 provinces, mostly in the west of the country, reported that more than 800 people had become ill after mushroom poisoning and scores had been taken to hospital. It is unclear what kind of mushroom those affected had eaten.Continue reading...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - Category: Science Authors: Tags: Iran Middle East and North Africa Food safety World news Fungi Biology Science & drink Poison Life and style Plants Environment Source Type: news