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Introduction -- Methods -- Enteric (intestinal) diseases -- Additional health concerns -- Recommendations -- Appendix A. Information and instructions for venue operators and staff about animals in public settings -- Appendix B. Suggested visitor handout for petting zoo visitors -- Appendix C . Hand-washing recommendations to reduce disease transmission from animals in public settings -- Appendix D. Guidelines for animals in school settings

"This report provides recommendations for public health officials, veterinarians, animal venue staff, animal exhibitors, visitors to animal venues, physicians, and others concerned with minimizing risks associated with animals in public settings. The recommendation to wash hands is the single most important prevention step for reducing the risk for disease transmission. Other critical recommendations are that venues not allow food in animal areas, venues include transition areas between animal areas and nonanimal areas, visitors be educated about disease risk and prevention procedures, and animals be properly cared for and managed." - p. 1

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