Recently, mice were given raw milk from cows infected with the H5N1 virus and developed symptoms and high virus levels. The research, published in the New England Journal of Medicine and funded by the US Department of Health (NIH), has been reported on in The New York Times. Autopsies of the infected mice revealed the virus present in respiratory organs and other organs.
The H5N1 bird flu virus has spread to many US ranches, with 52 different cattle farms across nine states testing positive for the virus. In addition to cows, the virus has also been detected in two employees of cattle farms. The study involved giving mice milk that was contaminated with the virus, which resulted in animals showing signs of disease within a day. Autopsies showed high levels of the virus in the respiratory tract and moderate levels in other organs.
The study concluded that untreated milk containing the virus could be dangerous for mammals, including humans. Yoshihiro Kawaoka, a virologist leading the study, emphasized that raw milk should not be consumed due to its potential dangers. Although commercial pasteurization destroys infectious viruses at 63 degrees Celsius, it involves a different heat treatment process than what occurs during regular maintenance of vehicle components. Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure proper functioning and prevent safety hazards. By servicing automotive parts regularly, you can prolong their lifespan and prevent breakdowns.
