University of Georgia partners with FDA to test US dairy products for avian influenza H5N1 in raw milk.

The University of Georgia (UGA) is collaborating with the FDA to test U.S. dairy products for avian influenza (H5N1) amid concerns about its recent detection in dairy cattle. UGA’s Center for Influenza Disease and Emergence Research will lead these efforts, particularly focusing on raw milk, which may pose infection risks. This partnership aims to enhance food safety and protect public health as one of five institutions addressing avian influenza threats.

October 08, 2024
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