Advertisement
Journal Home
Search for

Volume 42, Issue 6, Page 10 (June 2008)


View previous. 10 of 48 View next.

Nontraditional Pets Pose Increased Risk of Serious Infections

DOUG BRUNK (San Diego Bureau)

LA JOLLA, CALIF. — Parrots, baby chicks, and turtles may be endearing to young children, but exposure to such exotic and nontraditional pets in the home and in public settings puts children at risk for serious infectious diseases.

PII: S0031-398X(08)70249-2

doi:10.1016/S0031-398X(08)70249-2


View previous. 10 of 48 View next.