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It came after viewers and physicians expressed concern.
“Several game show fans were repulsed,” Nesteroff writes.
“One viewer complained, ‘Richard Dawson spreads more bugs every week than a flu epidemic.'”

‘Family Feud’ host Richard Dawson smooches a contestant.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images
Does Dawson or the producers take any caution to prevent infection?
Are none of them informed?"
EW has reached out to ABC for comment.

‘Outrageous: A History of Showbiz and the Culture Wars’.Abrams Press
“And I kissed her on the cheek, and I said, ‘That’s for luck.’
And she said, ‘Asparagus.'”
Controversial episodes ofI Love LucyandLaverne & Shirleyare a few of the topics explored.
Family Feudis currently in its 25th season with host Harvey, who has emceed sans smooches since 2010.