The family had consumed raw milk for many years. The older brother previously had a similar abscess in his neck and lip. Buy pasteurized milk products from retail outlets. Milk that you buy from grocery stores or other reputable commercial stores is pasteurized and packaged in an approved dairy plant. Nobody is naturally immune to the disease-causing agents which may be found in raw milk, However, infants and children are at more risk of getting sick from drinking unpasteurized milk because they usually drink a lot of milk, and are more vulnerable to infection.
All milk sold in British Columbia is required by law to be pasteurized.
Milk purchased from grocery stores or other reputable commercial stores is pasteurized and packaged in an approved dairy plant. Disinfect milk bottles and tops by boiling in water for 10 minutes. Place raw milk in the top part of a double boiler. Stir frequently to prevent burning, and ensure even temperature dispersion. Check the temperature of the milk frequently with a reliable thermometer.