Armadillos, because of their longevity and low body temperature, are one of the very few animals other than man which can be afflicted with leprosy. It is estimated that about 5% of armadillos in Texas and Louisiana have the disease.
As of July 22, 2015, nine persons in Florida alone were diagnosed with leprosy, most likely from armadillos, in the preceding seven-month period.
To avoid transmission of leprosy from an armadillo, follow a few basic rules.
1. Do not eat an armadillo.
2. Do not have sex with an armadillo.
3. Do not kiss an armadillo.
4. Do not share toothbrushes, utensils, or needles with an armadillo.
5. Do not accept blood transfusions from an armadillo.
6. Do not get sneezed upon by an armadillo.
It is believed that in most cases, the disease is transmitted to gourmands who violate Rule No. 1 or trappers who violate Rule No. 6.
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