Here are four things to know.
- Brucellosis is an infection spread from animals to humans via Brucella bacteria. Individuals can catch the illness by coming into contact with infected animals or animal products containing the bacteria. Symptoms include fever, headache and fatigue.
- The Texas resident was hospitalized after experiencing fever, joint pain and fatigue. A blood test confirmed Brucella bacteria in the individual’s system. The bacteria displayed resistance to two antibiotics: rifampicin and penicillin.
- Health officials believe the individual acquired the infection by consuming raw milk distributed by Paradise, Texas-based K-Bar Dairy.
- The state health department does not know how long the Brucella bacteria may have been in K-Bar Dairy’s milk and is encouraging consumers to discard any raw milk or dairy products from the company during the investigation.
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