California Issues Recall After Bird Flu Detected in Raw Milk
The California Department of Public Health has recalled raw milk from Raw Farm, LLC, after detecting bird flu in routine testing.
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The California Department of Public Health detected bird flu in a retail sample of raw milk, prompting a recall from Raw Farm, LLC. The contaminated batch, with a best-by date of November 27, poses health risks due to potential food-borne pathogens. Though no illnesses are reported from this batch, health officials warn against raw milk consumption amid rising H5N1 cases in cattle and humans. A recent case involved a California child— the first minor case in the U.S. No person-to-person spread has been confirmed.
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