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Raw Milk Debate Intensifies Amid Health Concerns and Political Endorsements

Marjorie Taylor Greene's promotion of raw milk sparks controversy as health experts warn of significant risks associated with its consumption.

  • Raw milk consumption is rising in the U.S., with sales up 65% this year, despite health warnings from the CDC and FDA.
  • Health agencies warn raw milk can carry pathogens like E. coli, salmonella, and listeria, which can cause severe illnesses and even death.
  • Marjorie Taylor Greene's endorsement of raw milk on social media has been met with criticism and fact-checking due to its associated health risks.
  • The raw milk debate highlights broader issues of distrust in government and public health institutions, reminiscent of COVID-19 communication challenges.
  • Laws regarding raw milk sales vary across states, with some allowing sales directly from farms or through herd-sharing arrangements.
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