Chicks and Ducklings: Salmonella
Those cute little chicks and ducklings can be a great attraction for children this time of year, but they can also be a source of illness, so it's important for those who handle them to take steps to prevent infection.
- Intestinal Illness Acquired From Animals
In recent years, intestinal disease associated with places where the public has contact with farm animals (e.g., petting zoos, state or county fairs, educational farms) has been identified with increasing frequency. Minnesota is no exception to this trend.
- Fact Sheet: Preventing Illness Associated with Animal Contact
Fact sheet that answers frequently asked questions on how to stay healthy around household pets, petting zoos and fairs.
- Fact Sheet: Preventing Illness Associated with Animal Contact
- Salmonellosis (Salmonella)
MDH comprehensive Salmonella website. Includes information about common symptoms, how the disease is spread, how to minimize your risk of acquiring Salmonella, and information for health care providers.
Spotlight
Keeping Food Safe During Buffets or Picnics
Buffets or picnics can be a means to transmit disease among your guests if care is not taken in how the food is handled.
Chicks and Ducklings: Salmonella
Those cute little chicks and ducklings can be a great attraction for children this time of year, but they can also be a source of illness, so it's important for those who handle them to take steps to prevent infection.
Food Safety While Boating, Camping and Hiking
General rules for outdoor food safety.
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