Botulism outbreak: Mayo man whose wife died is showing signs of improvement

The man from near Castlebar and his Greek-born wife had been enjoying a trip to Bordeaux when both were stricken amid the botulism outbreak. File Picture: Wikimedia Commons

The Mayo man who was in intensive care after dining at the Bordeaux restaurant linked to a botulism outbreak is showing signs of improvement.

The man, who is from the outskirts of Castlebar, remains in hospital in Paris, and members of his family have travelled to France to be with him. The man’s Greek wife died in hospital after he rushed her for treatment when she became ill at home.