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I am a veterinarian in Bend.   There have been known infections of H1N1 in poultry.  Not in this country but in Chili in turkeys.

However I am in support of raising chickens in an urban setting.  I do not believe that the risk of having chickens in the back yard greatly raises the risk of disease.  It definitely is a great tool for families to teach their children where the food comes from.  It is a much heathier food source and it is a great way to utilize the organic waste from food preparation that can be composted or would otherwise be put into the garbage disposal.  The practice is ultimately a step toward sustainable living.

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