State health officials said Sunday that bird flu virus was detected in a retail sample of raw milk from the Fresno-based Raw Farm dairy. However, health officials say an H5 finding in a California dairy product is likely H5N1. Given that ingestion of raw milk has no credible health benefits, I personally would avoid drinking it.”Researchers have found that barn cats who drink raw milk tend to die as a result of their exposure. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not allow for the interstate transfer of raw milk for human consumption, and advises the public not to drink or consume raw milk products. We are living in a “very highly charged time for raw milk,” McAfee said.

Source: Los Angeles Times November 25, 2024 02:09 UTC