Prevention of botulism includes:
- Do not eat home-canned foods.
- If food smells unusual, throw it away.
- Clean wounds thoroughly:
- Use mild soap and water.
- Gently dab the wound with hydrogen peroxide to remove clotted blood.
- Do not scrub the wound.
- Remove dirt or foreign material from the wound.
- Running water can help remove dirt.
- Never give honey to infants who are less than 12 months old.
