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Article: NEHA position regarding the sale or distribution of raw milk.(NEHA News)(National Environmental Health Association)
- Article from:
- Journal of Environmental Health
- Article date:
- March 1, 2008
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Adopted January 28, 2008
Editor's Note: The NEHA Board of Directors recently adopted this position in opposition to any legislation that would allow the sale or distribution of raw, unpasteurized milk to the consumer. NEHA strongly supports pasteurization before sale to the consumer. In addition, NEHA strongly supports consumer education about the dangers of consuming raw, unpasteurized milk. Below is the full text of the NEHA position.
The Cornell University Department of Food Safety has stated that "milk is a natural food. It is nutrient-rich: it contributes high-quality protein, essential vitamins and minerals including calcium to the diet" (Scott, ...