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JAMA. 2000;283:2229-2230.

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MMWR. 2000;49:297-299.

During the spring of 1999, outbreaks of salmonellosis associated with handling chicks and ducklings occurred in Michigan and Missouri. This report summarizes the epidemiologic information for the outbreaks and provides an overview of legislative efforts to control the distribution of chicks and ducklings. These outbreaks demonstrate that handling chicks and ducklings is a health risk, especially for children, and highlight the need for thorough handwashing after contact with chicks, ducklings, and other young fowl.

Michigan

In May 1999, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) was notified of an increase in Salmonella serotype Infantis infections with closely related pulsed-field gel electrophoresis (PFGE) patterns; 21 case-patients were reported with onset of illness during April 1-July 31, 1999. Ages of infected persons ranged from 8 days to 82 years (mean: 25 years); eight (38%) were aged less than 10 years. Twelve (57%) were female. Symptoms reported during patient interviews . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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