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Pets -- Health Avian influenza: Frequently Asked Questions 
 This FAQ addresses topics related to avian influenza (bird flu), "a viral disease that most commonly affects birds." It focuses on concerns such as whether cats and dogs can be infected with the virus and how the disease is transmitted to humans. Includes links to related websites. From the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). http://www.avma.org/public_health/influenza/avian_faq.asp Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated Apr 11, 2006 Healthy Pets Healthy People
Pets are wonderful companions, but they can pass diseases to people. This site tells how to safely enjoy pets. It has information about people at risk (pregnant women, people with compromised immune systems), guidelines for animals in institutional settings, and a glossary. Additional resources include articles, brochures, posters, information hotlines, and links to other Web sites. Browsable by animal or disease. From the National Center for Infectious Diseases. http://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Infectious Diseases, Pets Last updated May 4, 2005 MedlinePlus: Pet Health
Collection of links to articles and brochures about pet health topics such as vaccinations, spaying and neutering, fleas and ticks, nutrition, cancer, aging pets, veterinarians, pets and disasters, travel with pets, and exercise. Includes links to material for children. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/pethealth.html Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Pets Last updated Nov 24, 2007 The Top Ten Bird Killers
A list of the 10 most common household dangers that can cause the accidental death of pet birds. Dangers include deprivation of water, unclipped wings, toxic fumes, heat exposure, and sleeping with birds. From a veterinarian who specializes in pet birds. http://www.exoticpetvet.net/avian/topten.html Topics: Pets Last updated Mar 15, 2006 |
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