Now is the time of year when farms open their gates to share with the public the joy of spring and the arrival of new life. Over the Easter Holidays families may take the opportunity to spend time visiting farms and other animal attractions. While the experience is fun and educational there is also a risk that infections commonly carried by animals are passed on to people.
Another aspect to consider for outdoor activities is ticks, which are most active between spring and autumn and which can sometimes transmit diseases such as Lyme disease.