Sunday, February 9, 2025

Are Eggs Safe to Eat as Bird Flu Spreads?

 Are Eggs Safe to Eat as Bird Flu Spreads? - The New York Times (Thanks to John for this one)

At this point, experts say it’s unlikely that an egg contaminated with avian influenza would make it to grocery stores. Federal regulations require that commercially packaged eggs be washed and sanitized, which helps remove virus particles from the outside of the shell.