The first one was reported in 2022 in Colorado.
Although human infections are rare, prolonged or close contact with infected animals could pose a risk of transmission.
We dont consider this a significant public health concern at this time, but were watching it very closely.
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How Safe Is Milk in Light of Bird Flu?
Dairy cows are monitored using a computerized system that tracks health metrics and milk production.
Sick cows are flagged and sent to the hospital pen for treatment, according to Poulsen.
He said milk from sick dairy cows is either discarded or pasteurized and fed to calves.
Theres no information about avian flu in raw milk being able to make you sick.
We just dont have that dataits too new, Quinlan told Verywell.
She added that the safest bet is to stick to pasteurized milk.
Risks from raw cheese remain unknown.
Are Eggs Safe to Eat?
Its also best to store eggs in the refrigerator at 40 or below for up to three weeks.
Is It Safe to Eat Chicken or Beef?
Poulsen said its still safe to eat beef and chicken.
We dont see it really in any beef cows or beef calves.
Whether or not theyre being affected, theyre not showing any jot down of clinical signs.
Weve tested some, and we havent found anything, he said.
There is no real reason to be concerned at this time, Quinlan said.
Theyre really trying to keep any contaminated food out of the food system.
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