Washington,
United States
In a recent food outbreak, two Washington residents fell ill after consuming raw milk from Old Silvana Creamery. The individuals, from different counties, were infected with a highly related strain of Campylobacter jejuni, a bacterium commonly found in cattle manure that can contaminate milk during production.
The victims had purchased gallon-sized whole milk from Jim’s Jerseys, a product of Old Silvana Creamery, between July 10 and July 16, 2024. Both residents reported illness shortly after consumption. The milk they purchased has now expired. No other common exposures were identified. The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) conducted an investigation into the creamery, testing milk samples and inspecting the dairy farm and milk plant. All samples tested negative for Campylobacter, and both the farm and plant passed inspections. No recall of the milk was issued.
Consumers are advised to only drink pasteurized milk to avoid potential contamination.
In case you experience Campylobacter symptoms such as diarrhea (often bloody), fever, nausea, vomiting, and stomach cramps, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source:
doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/illness-and-disease-z/foodborne-illness/outbreaks/2024-campylobacteriosis-raw-milk
