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Refrigerated raw milk harbors infectious flu virus for 5 days, study finds

Last updated: December 14, 2024 11:15 am
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Raw milk has long been touted as a natural and nutritious alternative to pasteurized dairy products, but a recent study conducted by Stanford University has uncovered hidden dangers associated with consuming raw milk. Published in the Environmental Science & Technology Letters, the study reveals that the influenza virus can remain infectious in refrigerated raw milk for up to five days, raising concerns about potential transmission pathways and public health risks.

According to study senior author Alexandria Boehm, the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Professor of Environmental Studies at Stanford, the research highlights the potential risk of avian influenza transmission through the consumption of raw milk and emphasizes the importance of milk pasteurization. Despite the claims made by proponents of raw milk regarding its beneficial nutrients and health benefits, the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have linked raw milk to over 200 outbreaks of illnesses, warning about the serious health risks it poses, especially to vulnerable populations.

The research conducted by Stanford University focused on the persistence of a strain of human influenza virus in raw cow’s milk at typical refrigeration temperatures. The study found that the flu virus remained infectious in the milk for up to five days, highlighting the potential for contamination of dairy facilities and posing risks to both animals and humans. While pasteurization was able to completely destroy infectious influenza in the milk, it did not eliminate viral RNA entirely, which has implications for food safety assessments and environmental surveillance.

With flu viruses infecting millions of people and causing thousands of deaths each year, the study’s findings are particularly relevant in the context of potential pandemics and the spread of viruses from animals to humans. The recent detection of bird flu in cattle has raised concerns about its potential transmission through dairy products, underscoring the importance of improving monitoring systems and public health interventions.

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The study’s authors emphasize the need for enhanced surveillance systems, especially as bird flu continues to spread among livestock. The research complements earlier studies involving the detection of avian influenza in wastewater, highlighting the potential for using wastewater as a tool for monitoring virus activity in cattle populations. Overall, the study underscores the importance of proactive measures to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases through dairy products and the significance of pasteurization in ensuring food safety.

In conclusion, the study conducted by Stanford University sheds light on the risks associated with consuming raw milk and highlights the importance of implementing stringent food safety protocols to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. By raising awareness about the potential dangers of raw milk consumption and advocating for pasteurization, public health officials can better protect vulnerable populations from the risks posed by pathogens present in dairy products.

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