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Avian flu virus has been found in raw milk − a reminder of how pasteurization protects health

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California regulators recalled two batches of raw, unpasteurized milk from a Fresno dairy farm after bird flu virus was detected in the milk.

The dairy subsequently recalled all of its raw milk and cream products from stores due to possible bird flu contamination.

Despite health experts’ warning that raw milk could contain high levels of the avian flu virus, along with many other pathogens, raw milk sales are up.

Kerry Kaylegian : The detection of avian flu virus fragments in milk is a new challenge for the dairy industry.

She says the FDA advises consumers not to drink raw milk because there is limited information about whether it may transmit avian influenza.

KayLegian : With medical researchers still learning how H5N1 is transmitted, I agree with the FDA that raw milk poses risks not worth taking.

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