Campylobacter in raw milk products from Ropelato Dairy in Weber County Utah has caused an outbreak of illness for the second time since 2010. Since May, at least 45 people have become ill after drinking the milk or cream. There have been two cases reported from residents in California and Idaho and 43 cases from Cache, Davis, Morgan, Salt Lake, Utah and Weber counties in Utah. The farm’s license to sell raw milk has been temporarily suspended.
In 2010, nine people from Weber, Davis and Cache counties contracted campylobacteriosis after drinking the milk. The farm’s license was also temporarily suspended at that time.
Symptoms of campylobacteriosis include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, headache, nausea and vomiting. These symptoms can last up to a week. “In some severe cases, illness can lead to complications, including paralysis and death. If you have recently consumed raw milk and are experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your health care provider,” Utah Department of Health Epidemiologist, Kenneth Davis said. Anyone who has consumed raw milk products from this farm and has symptoms should see a doctor.
