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How to have a fun and healthy farm visit with the family

Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 2 May 2024 - Categories: Health Protection
Five lambs in a field

This blog post was reviewed and updated in February 2026. Visiting a farm is one of the most enjoyable and educational experience outdoor activities for kids, but it carries a risk of infection from animals or the environment. Farm animals …

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