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Raw Farm Cheddar Recalled Due to E. coli Outbreak; Company Disputes Findings

A California dairy, Raw Farm, has announced a voluntary recall of several types of its raw cheddar cheese following an E. coli outbreak that has sickened nine people, including children. The cheeses, with expiration dates from May to September 2026, were linked to the outbreak despite the companys initial resistance to the FDAs recall request. The company maintains that no E. coli was found in their tests or the FDAs inspections, but genetic tests confirm the bacteria strains match those from the sick individuals. Out of eight patients interviewed, seven admitted consuming Raw Farm products, with two cases involving milk and five tied to the cheese. No deaths have been reported, but the outbreak has affected families. The popularity of raw milk sales, driven by social media and advocates like Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Junior, has raised concerns about the potential for raw milk to carry harmful bacteria. Federal rules prohibit shipping raw milk across state lines, but regulations vary widely at the state level. Raw Farm insists only their cheddar is affected, so consumers should monitor updates as the situation unfolds.

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