Raw milk producer optimistic after being shut down for bird flu detection

The current H5N1 outbreak in US dairy cattle raises significant unknowns about risks to human health, particularly regarding the potential for infection through consuming raw milk.

Evidence suggests that while pasteurization kills bird flu, there is a potential risk for raw milk consumers, highlighting the need for public awareness and caution.

Microbiologist Margaret Coleman asserts that there's no strong evidence of milk-borne transmission of bird flu, although the ongoing outbreak presents new challenges and questions.

Infections in dairy workers, with many showing symptoms like conjunctivitis, indicate potential transmission routes for humans, stressing the need for vigilance amongst raw milk consumers.

Read at Ars Technica