Two people in Washington got sick with Campylobacter infections after drinking raw milk produced by Old Silvana Creamery in Arlington, WA. The people, from Thurston and Pierce counties, purchased Old Silvana Jim’s Jerseys gallon-sized whole milk between July 10 and July 16, 2024. Health officials didn’t find any other common exposures.
Do You Need a Campylobacter Lawyer?
Symptoms of a Campylobacter Infection
Symptoms of a Campylobacter infection, called campylobacteriosis, usually develop within two to five days of exposure. They include Fever, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea that can be bloody. Some people can develop complications including reactive arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome, and Guillain-Barré syndrome.
Raw Milk Laws Vary From State to State
Laws governing the sale of raw milk vary from state to state. In Washington, producers licensed by the Washington State Department of Agriculture can sell raw milk for further processing, human consumption, or animal feed. Between 2005 and 2024 there have been at least 11 raw milk outbreaks in Washington. Seven were caused by E. coli, three by Campylobacter, and two by Salmonella.
Experienced E. coli and Campylobacter Lawyers
The Pritzker Hageman Food Poisoning Team has extensive experience with Campylobacter cases. If you or a loved one developed an infection from raw milk and would like a free consultation with an experienced food poisoning lawyer, please contact us by calling 1-888-377-8900, sending a text to 612-261-0856, or by completing the form below. The consultation is free and there is no obligation.