"More than three dozen bills supporting raw milk have been introduced in statehouses across the nation. A growing number of states are making it legal to sell. Dairy farmers say they can barely keep it in stock, even though prices can exceed $10 or $20 a gallon."
"The current outbreak - tied to raw milk cheddar cheese from California-based Raw Farm - has sickened nine people with E. coli, half of them children younger than 5. One victim developed a serious complication that can impair kidney function for life."
"Pasteurization kills germs by heating the milk, commonly to at least 161 degrees Fahrenheit (71.7 degrees Celsius) for at least 15 seconds. Experts say it has no significant impact on milk's nutritional quality and has saved millions of people from foodborne illness."
Supporters of raw milk are advocating for its increased availability, with over three dozen bills introduced in various states. Despite recent outbreaks of E. coli linked to raw milk products, demand remains high, with prices reaching $10 to $20 per gallon. Influential figures, including U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., are promoting raw milk, leading to a surge in social media discussions. Public health officials express concern over the risks associated with unpasteurized milk, emphasizing the importance of pasteurization in preventing foodborne illnesses.
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