2025 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) Infection Outbreak Linked to Raw Milk Consumption
Children under the age of 5, those who are pregnant, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems should not drink raw milk. These groups are at higher risk for severe illness and complications (including pregnancy complications) if they develop infections with bacteria that can contaminate raw milk. People who choose to consume raw (unpasteurized) milk or cream should only purchase products produced by a WSDA licensed raw milk dairy. These dairies are required to follow practices that reduce the
