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USDA Orders Nationwide Testing of Milk for Bird Flu

The USDA requires testing of raw milk across the U.S. for H5N1 bird flu to monitor and control the virus spread among dairy cows.

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Updated: Dec 6th, 2024, 10:04 PM ET

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The USDA has mandated nationwide testing of raw milk for H5N1 bird flu, starting December 16. Testing will begin in six states to monitor the virus affecting dairy cows and ensure animal safety. Positive test results must be reported to the USDA, with herd information provided for tracing. While the risk to humans remains low, officials caution against consuming raw milk, emphasizing pasteurization's safety. This nationwide initiative follows months of advocacy from veterinary experts and aims to strengthen response efforts against the ongoing bird flu outbreak in dairy herds.

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