Florida's top health official says he supports human consumption of raw milk despite a recent outbreak of infection linked to raw milk that left 21 people sickened.
On a social media post on Tuesday, Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo wrote that he supports the consumption of raw milk by people hoping to reap what he calls "potential health benefits."
Ladapo's post also cautions people to be aware of the source and know the risks.
This comes one week after after 21 cases of bacterial infection were linked to the consumption of raw milk produced by a Florida farm.
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Floridians have the freedom to make informed health choices. I support the decision to consume raw milk when sought for potential health benefits and protective factors. Be aware of your source and know the risks.https://t.co/n78r8e1Tl3 https://t.co/n78r8e1Tl3
— Joseph A. Ladapo, MD, PhD (@FLSurgeonGen) August 12, 2025
