Inactive H5N1 influenza virus in pasteurized milk poses minimal health risks
Proteins and genetic material from H5N1 influenza viruses have been found in pasteurized milk in the United States, but a study shows those inactive viral pieces represent little to no health risk. H5N1-contaminated milk that was pasteurized did not significantly affect the immune system.
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