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What should you do before touching a sick or dead bird?

Put on protective gear like gloves, a mask and eye protection.

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  1. Put on protective gear first ✔
  2. Nothing, just wash up after
  3. Pick it up quickly with bare hands

Why: Bird flu can spread to people through close contact with infected birds, their droppings or litter. A child should get an adult instead of touching it.

Huh, didn't know that: The CDC also says to avoid drinking raw milk because bird flu has been found in dairy cows.

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Answer: Put on protective gear first. Bird flu can spread to people through close contact with infected birds, their droppings or litter. A child should get an adult instead of touching it.

  1. Backyard Flock Owners: Protect Yourself from Bird Flu, CDC www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/risk-factors/backyard-flock-owners.html
    Don't touch sick or dead birds, their feces or litter, or any surface or water source that might be contaminated
    Checked 2026-10-11.
  2. Bird Flu Prevention, CDC www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/prevention/index.html
    Do not touch or consume raw milk or raw milk products
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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