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The CDC is warning of a Salmonella outbreak linked to backyard chickens and ducks that has sickened at least 34 people across 13 states, including one person in Tennessee<\/strong><\/span><\/a>.
Health officials say 13 people have been hospitalized, and no deaths have been reported<\/strong><\/span><\/a>.
Investigators say people can become sick simply by touching the birds, or anything in their environment, and then touching their mouth or food.
Health officials are urging proper handwashing after handling poultry and advising residents to keep birds and related supplies outside the home.
The CDC says young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at the highest risk.
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