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Pediatricians Reiterate Warning Against Raw Milk Amid Rising Sales and Illnesses
Key points
- AAP renewed its stance against unpasteurized dairy.
- Pasteurization significantly reduced infant deaths and illnesses.
- 27 states now permit raw milk sales.
- Raw milk outbreaks have increased over the past two decades.
AAP Renews Raw Milk Warning
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has re-emphasized its long-standing position against the consumption of unpasteurized dairy products, commonly known as raw milk. This renewed warning highlights concerns about public health, particularly for children.
Historical Context of Pasteurization
Pasteurization, a process of briefly heating milk to eliminate dangerous pathogens, has been a standard practice in the US dairy industry since the early 20th century. This intervention led to a significant reduction in infant mortality and illness rates, marking a major public health achievement.
Increase in Raw Milk Sales and Illnesses
Despite a federal prohibition on interstate raw milk commerce, state laws have become more permissive regarding its sale. Currently, at least 27 states allow raw milk sales. Concurrently, the AAP notes a rise in outbreaks linked to raw milk consumption over the last two decades.
Children are particularly susceptible to foodborne pathogens, and nearly half of the illnesses reported in these outbreaks affect them.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has renewed its call to ban raw milk, citing increased outbreaks of illness, particularly in children. This comes as state laws regarding raw milk sales have become more lenient, despite a federal ban on interstate commerce.