As Thanksgiving approaches, an outbreak of salmonella linked to raw turkey has affected 164 people across 35 states. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified the strain of salmonella in samples of raw turkey pet food, live turkeys, and raw turkey products. As of November 8th, 2 people in Georgia have been infected. The CDC recommends washing hands, thoroughly cooking raw turkey, and cleaning food preparation areas to avoid infection.