Bird Flu Detected in California Raw Milk Leads to Widespread Recall and Health Warnings
California health officials have issued a series of urgent warnings and recalls after multiple batches of raw milk from various dairies tested positive for the bird flu virus, specifically H5N1. The contamination has prompted stores across the Bay Area to pull affected products off their shelves. The situation has escalated with additional testing being conducted, as consumers are urged to avoid raw milk products. This incident has drawn significant public attention, particularly due to past cases of severe illness linked to raw milk consumption. Despite claims from producers like Raw Farm questioning the validity of testing results, the concerns surrounding the safety of raw milk are being spotlighted, prompting discussions about its health risks. Experts express alarm over the raw milk trend as health warnings continue to proliferate.
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