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Survey Reveals Alarming Misunderstanding of Raw Milk Safety

3/17/2025

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A recent survey from the Annenberg Public Policy Center reveals a concerning gap in knowledge about raw milk safety. While 56% of U.S. adults acknowledge that raw milk poses greater risks than pasteurized, only 17% understand that the H5N1 bird flu virus is exclusively found in raw milk, highlighting a critical need for better public awareness.

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A recent survey from the Annenberg Public Policy Center reveals a concerning gap in knowledge about raw milk safety. While 56% of U.S. adults acknowledge that raw milk poses greater risks than pasteurized, only 17% understand that the H5N1 bird flu virus is exclusively found in raw milk, highlighting a critical need for better public awareness.