7 people in the U.S. sickened by E. coli linked to cheese made from raw milk, FDA says

Seven people across three states, including young children, have been sickened by E. coli food poisoning linked to cheddar cheese made from raw milk, the FDA announced Monday. The outbreak highlights ongoing food safety concerns with unpasteurized dairy products, which can harbor dangerous bacteria like E. coli that pasteurization typically eliminates. Raw milk products have been associated with numerous foodborne illness outbreaks over the years, with children, elderly adults, and immunocompromised individuals facing the highest risk of severe complications. The FDA is likely working to identify the specific cheese manufacturer and trace the distribution of the contaminated products. This incident may prompt renewed scrutiny of raw milk cheese sales and distribution practices across state lines.