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“Bath Milk” requirements changed in Australia
In light of several child illnesses and the death of a three-year-old, the Australian state of Victoria has changed the rules for so-called “bath milk”. The unpasteurized milk has been labeled “not for human consumption” but became for some a way to legally buy raw milk. Bath milk is in similar packaging and often placed near drinkable milk in Australian stores. Effective January 1, the “bath milk” must either be pasteurized or contain a “gag agent” making the milk taste bad.
In early December, at least five children in Victoria fell ill and were hospitalized with severe infections from E. coli and Cryptosporidium in connection with consuming Mountain View Organic Bath Milk. One of those children, a 3-year-old boy, died after developing a kidney disease associated with the most severe E. coli infections.
How could anyone get sick from an organic product?