Health District: Stay away from raw milk

Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) - The Southern Nevada Health District has come out with a warning about consuming raw milk following an increase in the sale of the product in Clark County.

The sale of raw milk, and its related products, is illegal in Clark County due to serious health concerns. SNHD advises residents to only consume pasteurized milk, which is treated to eliminate germs that can cause severe illness.

Raw milk can be contaminated with bacteria like s almonella, E. coli, listeria, brucella and campylobacter , all of which can lead to severe health complications or even death. Some groups are especially vulnerable to these illnesses, including children under 5, older adults over 65, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems.

When SNHD discovers raw milk being sold, the milk is confiscated and discarded. Repeated violations can result in enforcement actions, including the potential revocation of health permits.

Anyone who observes raw milk being sold for human consumption in Clark County is encouraged to report it by calling the Nevada Department of Agriculture at (775) 353-3607. Anyone who becomes ill after consuming raw milk should call (702) 759-1300 or submit a report using the Foodborne Illness Complaint Form. SNHD strongly advises the public not to consume raw milk from any animal.

For more information about raw milk and the health risks associated with it, visit the FDA’s website: Raw Milk Misconceptions and Danger of Raw Milk Consumption .