WHO confirms H5N1 bird flu in raw milk. Drink pasteurized

TheHealthSite April 21, 2024, 06:00 AM UTC

The WHO confirms H5N1 bird flu in raw milk in the US for the first time, urging people to drink pasteurized milk. H5N1, a deadly virus affecting birds and humans, has caused millions of bird and poultry deaths globally. The virus has also infected mammals, including humans. Health officials emphasize the safety of pasteurized milk. India is on alert due to bird flu in ducks. Properly pasteurized milk is safe to drink.


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