15 Salmonella cases linked to bearded dragons affect 9 states, with 4 hospitalizations; children under 5 most at risk.

15 Salmonella illnesses linked to bearded dragons have affected 9 states, with 4 hospitalizations and no reported deaths. Children under 5 are most at risk, with 60% of infected individuals falling into this category. The CDC advises against keeping bearded dragons as pets for higher-risk groups and warns against touching the reptiles or their habitats without washing hands thoroughly.

June 14, 2024
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