From: Peggy and John Hays [hays@execpc.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2001 9:43 PM
To: fdadockets@oc.fda.gov
Subject: Imported milk protein concentrate and BSE

A few years ago I read an interesting and frightening book by Richard
Rhodes, titled "Deadly Feasts."  The book explores the discovery of
prions, their transmission and related disease development.  Tonight I
became aware that imported milk protein concentrate is found in
processed foods in the US.  In light of the growing European problems
with bovine spongeform encephalopathy, measures must be promptly taken
to protect the plant/animal/human food chain.  Imported milk protein
concentrate must be stopped and existing products that contain imported
milk protein concentrate must be kept from human, plant and animal
consumption .

I am from Wisconsin, but not a dairy farmer.  My closest tie with the
dairy industry is an intense love of ice cream.  I do not usually do
this sort of thing, but I am a concerned health professional that prays
you will evaluate this situation immediately.  Prion transmitted
diseases poise a true threat to humanity.  If you choose to ignore this
email, PLEASE at least read the referenced book.  It is a quick read.
Measures need to be taken sooner, rather than later.  Thank you for any
attention you give this matter.

Sincerely
Peggy P. Hays, PA-C
W4727 County Road IW
Waldo, WI  53093
(920)528-8698