CDC's backyard-poultry Salmonella investigation points past the cute chick display. The agency's investigation pages tie illnesses to poultry contact, hatcheries and retail supply chains, with handling guidance for households. [1] [2]\n\nThe divergence is serviceable: online backyard-flock culture sells charm, while the outbreak map asks who touched birds, where they came from and whether the family washed hands before dinner. [1] [2]

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