 We ask people to, if they have children, to make sure that they hold on to them, that they don't bring any toys into those areas because they may drop on the ground and then get contaminated. State veterinarian Dr. Emilio Debes says it's important to avoid touching your eyes or mouth while in barns and don't touch the animals. And bird flu isn't the only risk. Wash your hands regularly, right away, if you happen to handle them.