Rabies

Rabies Alert: Rabid Fox Attacks Woman Unloading Groceries – Alabama Health Department Warns

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Atmore, Alabama – The Alabama Department of Public Health issued a public warning following an incident where a rabid fox bit a woman in Atmore. The victim, an elderly resident, was attacked by the fox while unloading groceries from her vehicle, resulting in a bite that led to potential exposure to rabies. State Public Health veterinarian, Dr. Dee W. Jones, emphasized the dangers of rabies, a viral disease that can be fatal if left untreated. …

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Rabies Horror Strikes Stapleton: Woman Attacked by Rabid Fox – Urgent Warning for Residents!

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Stapleton, Georgia – A woman in the Stapleton area has initiated anti-rabies treatments after a concerning encounter with a rabid fox near her residence last Friday, as confirmed by Jefferson County Environmental Health Specialist, Robert Strickland. The unfortunate incident occurred when the woman was bitten while trying to protect her barn cats from the aggressive fox. The fox was promptly dispatched by the woman’s father, with Strickland later retrieving the carcass for examination. The Georgia …

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Rabies Alert: Rabid Cat Attacks North Carolina Woman, Wake Forest Officials Warn

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Wake Forest, North Carolina – A feral cat that recently bit a woman in Wake Forest has tested positive for rabies, according to Wake Forest officials. The incident occurred near the intersection of U.S. Route 401 and Pulley Town Road. The cat responsible for the attack has since passed away, and there have been no other reported cases of individuals being bitten by the cat. However, authorities believe that the cat may have belonged to …

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**Survives**: Wisconsin Woman Makes History 20 Years After Near-Fatal Rabies Diagnosis

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FOND du LAC, Wis. – A Wisconsin woman, Jeanna Giese, is marking a remarkable 20-year milestone since she became the first person worldwide to survive rabies without the life-saving vaccine. In 2004, as a 15-year-old living in Fond du Lac, Giese’s life took a drastic turn after she was bitten by a bat while attempting to rescue it during a church service with her mother. After being infected with rabies, Giese’s condition worsened, leading to …

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Vaccine Debate: Dog Owners’ Hesitancy Sparks Concern Over Rabies Resurgence – Experts Warn of Fatal Consequences

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Salt Lake City, Utah – Hesitancy surrounding pet vaccinations has become a growing concern in recent years, with some dog owners expressing skepticism about the efficacy and safety of rabies vaccines. This worrying trend has public health officials on edge due to the potential resurgence of rabies, a virus that poses a significant risk to both animals and humans. Some pet owners are hesitant to vaccinate their dogs, citing concerns about potential side effects such …

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Rabies Nightmare: Bat in Toro Park Tests Positive – Pet Owners Beware!

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Salinas, California – A bat discovered in Monterey County has tested positive for rabies, according to Hitchcock Road Animal Services. The bat was found in the Toro Park area of Salinas on April 2. Hitchcock Road Animal Services confirmed the positive test for rabies, emphasizing that while an owned pet was exposed to the bat, there was no exposure to any humans. The pet that had contact with the bat has been placed under quarantine. …

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Rabies Alert! Fox and Skunk Test Positive in Salinas – Are Your Pets Safe?

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Salinas, California – The discovery of two woodland creatures testing positive for rabies in Salinas has raised concerns among residents and pet owners. A skunk found near Rider Avenue and Del Monte Avenue, along with a fox near Constitution Boulevard and East Laurel Drive, were confirmed to have rabies by the Monterey County Health Department. As a result, owned pets exposed to the infected animals have been quarantined, with ongoing investigations to assess potential human …

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Rabies Alert: Rabid Coyote Attacks Two People in Rhode Island!

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JOHNSTON, R.I. – A rabid coyote in Rhode Island attacked two people in neighboring towns within the span of two days, according to state environmental officials. The first attack occurred around 12:15 p.m. Friday when a 58-year-old hiker was bitten by the coyote in a wooded area north of Belfield Drive in Johnston. The hiker sustained a minor leg injury and was taken to the hospital. He managed to subdue the coyote by pinning it …

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