Health & Fitness
Prevent Getting Sick After Visiting Animal Exhibits
Interacting with animals at exhibits have been associated with outbreaks of E. coli infection. Even healthy animals can carry germs.
Fall weekends are perfect for visiting festivals, agricultural/state fairs and farms with the family. From picking pumpkins and apples, to face painting and corn mazes, there is always something fun to do in New Jersey. Two very popular attractions, especially with young children, are petting zoos and animal exhibits. Unfortunately, what many visitors do not know is that even healthy animals can sometimes carry germs, which can lead to people getting sick after their visit. Interacting with animals at these types of events have been associated with outbreaks of E. coli infection. It is important for visitors to be aware of the possible risk of infection when in contact with exhibit animals.
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