Raw Milk and Food Poisoning: Mary's Story

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Mary McGonigle-Martin, from California, is the kind of mom who does her homework. Searching for a healthier way to provide dairy for her 7-year-old son, she considered raw milk. In this video, Mary describes what happened after her son drank contaminated raw milk.

Format: MP4
Language: English (US)

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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)