LEBANON, Tenn. -
State inspectors were at the Wilson County Fair on Tuesday to make sure popular attractions do not lead to potentially deadly infections.
Years after the HINI virus struck the country, a new strain of Swine Flu referred to as H3N2 has emerged.
According to a letter sent to Tennessee fairs from the state veterinarian, fair-goers have contracted the viruses from other fairs across the country.
There have not been any reported cases in Tennessee.
In an effort to prevent the spread of Swine Flu and other illnesses, inspectors are not only checking out pigs, but are also looking at cattle and chickens, among other livestock.
The Wilson County Fair is also being proactive in raising awareness about ways to prevent contracting an illness by reminding people to wash their hands at hand sanitizing stations set up around the fair.
Mother Kelsie Denson spent time showing her young child the rabbits and other animals at the fair.
She told Nashville's News 2 she is always equipped with hand sanitizer and uses it regularly.
"I have hand sanitizer and of course we have our own sanitizer over here and I do make sure they wash their hands because it is dangerous."
The Wilson County Fair continues through Saturday.
For more information visit WilsonCountyFair.net.
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