2024 Outbreak of Campylobacter Infections Associated with Raw Milk, Idaho
In August 2024, Idaho public health officials investigated an outbreak of Campylobacter infections associated with consuming unpasteurized (raw) milk from Paradise Grove Dairy.
Between July 24, 2024 and August 16, 2024, eighteen people tested positive for campylobacteriosis. All 18 reported drinking raw milk, and 17 reported drinking raw milk produced by Paradise Grove Dairy.
Paradise Grove Dairy voluntarily stopped production on August 2, inspected and repaired equipment, and increased the frequency of milk testing, before resuming production on August 12.
Tags:
dairy, raw milk, unpasteurized milkOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2024 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | ID |
| Pathogen: | Campylobacter |
| Vehicle(s): | Milk |
| Location(s): | Retail |
| Brand name(s): | Paradise Grove Dairy |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 18 |
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Sources & documents
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