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A Florida woman is suing a dairy farm after her unborn child died and she became severely ill from bacteria-contaminated raw milk purchased from the farm, which is legally sold as pet food in the state despite health risks and illegal for human consumption. The case highlights ongoing concerns about raw milk safety and regulatory issues.
Nearly two dozen people in Florida have fallen ill after consuming tainted raw milk from an unnamed farm, with some hospitalized due to infections like Campylobacter and E. coli, highlighting the health risks associated with raw milk consumption despite regulatory loopholes and ongoing outbreaks.
Twenty-one people, including six children, in Florida have fallen ill with E. coli or campylobacter infections after consuming raw milk from an unidentified farm, with some hospitalized and experiencing severe complications. Despite health warnings, raw milk remains popular, but it poses significant health risks due to dangerous bacteria, especially for vulnerable groups. Florida bans the sale of raw milk for human consumption, but some retailers circumvent regulations by labeling it for pets or animals.
An outbreak of E. coli and Campylobacter linked to raw milk in Florida has sickened 21 people, including children, with some requiring hospitalization. The Florida Department of Health warns against raw milk consumption due to contamination risks, despite its popularity among wellness advocates. The bacteria can cause severe illness, especially in vulnerable populations, and the sale of raw milk across state lines remains banned by the FDA, though some loopholes exist at the state level.
A vaccine developed to prevent bacteria-caused diarrhea has shown promising results in combating Campylobacter infections and promoting faster growth in infant nonhuman primates. The HydroVax technology, which is also being used for other diseases, has the potential to reduce diarrhea-associated deaths and address infant growth stunting. The vaccine, based on a hydrogen peroxide-based technology called HydroVax, was evaluated in pregnant monkeys and their babies. The vaccinated baby monkeys showed improved growth rates compared to the unvaccinated ones. The vaccine also provided protection against severe diarrhea and reduced diarrhea-associated deaths. Further research is needed to improve the vaccine's effectiveness and explore the use of nutritional supplements alongside vaccination.