A recent advisory from the Centers for Disease Control warns of the hazards of oral contact with barnyard birds, including the risk of catching salmonella.
is warning Americans of the hazards of contact with chickens, including the risk of catching salmonella.
The most unusual line in the CDC advisory, though, warns owners not to"kiss backyard poultry or snuggle them and then touch your face or mouth."Neyya / Getty Images Salmonella is a bacterial pathogen that can cause diarrhea, abdominal cramps and vomiting. It is most dangerous to young people and the elderly, and can spread from the gastrointestinal system to the bloodstream. It can be fatal if not treated with antibiotics.
The spread of salmonella might be significantly wider than the numbers reveal, as the majority of infected people recover on their own within a week, without seeking medical attention."For one salmonella case we know of in an outbreak, there are up to 30 others that we don't know about," CDC veterinarian Megin Nichols told theMany of these backyard poultry owners do not come from traditional farming backgrounds and treat their birds more like pets.
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