Friday, January 8, 2010

Salmonella Outbreak Caused by Pet Frogs

You may be aware that pet turtles can spread salmonella, which is a good reason to always have children wash their hands after touching turtles. However, a recent salmonella outbreak was instead caused by pet frogs. The outbreak has occured in 31 states so far, including Colorado.

You can read more here:

http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20100107/pet-frog-salmonella-hops-31-states?ecd=wnl_day_010810

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