The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that last month alone, there were 235 cases of

Salmonella linked to families who raised chickens in their backyard. So far this year, there have

been over 1,000 cases reported in 49 states. And in Ohio, something's happening there, they've

reported the most cases, 73. Now, as I'm sure you know, contracting Salmonella is not a walk in the

park. Within 12 to 72 hours, people come down with stomach cramps, fever, diarrhea, and it can

usually last four to seven days. It's not fun. So the CDC has a stir in warning. Those of you who

raised chickens in your backyard pay extra special attention because this could save you a lot of

heartache and stomach aches. The CDC says it you people should not kiss your chickens. That's

right. Stop kissing the chickens. Stop kissing the chicks. And to those of you who like to

fumble your chickens, cuddle with your chickens, all that touchy, feely activity you may do with your

chicken wash your hands after you're through touching your chickens. In other words, don't play chicken

with your chickens. Protect yourself. And for the rest of you who don't kiss chicks or chickens,

if you're ever tempted, maybe now you'll know better not to try it. Who does this in the first place?

I never heard of this.