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The document discusses various toxins from fish, shellfish, and cyanobacteria that affect ion channels, including tetrodotoxin (TTX) and saxitoxin, which can lead to severe poisoning and death. It highlights the risks associated with consuming contaminated seafood, particularly puffer fish and shellfish, and outlines the symptoms and mechanisms of action of these toxins. Additionally, it mentions the potential neurotoxic effects of beta-N-methylamino-L-alanine (BMAA) linked to certain diseases in Guam.

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