Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in NC

As indicated by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza was detected in a dairy herd in North Carolina. HPAI was previously detected in 6 other states. The North Carolina Department of Health and The NC Department of Agriculture believe the overall risk to the general public remains low. There are no concerns with the safety of the commercial milk supply at this time because products are pasteurized before entering the market. People should not consume or prepare food with raw or unpasteurized milk. Updated information and guidance is available from the CDC and the FDA.