Woman bitten by rabid fox in Atmore, Alabama; advised to take precautions against rabies exposure.

An Atmore, Alabama woman was bitten by a rabid fox, which tested positive for the virus. The woman received appropriate medical attention and post-exposure prophylaxis. The Alabama Department of Public Health advises residents to take precautions against possible rabies exposure, including confining pets, not leaving uneaten pet food near residences, avoiding strange or unusual animal behavior, and instructing children to avoid stray or wild animals.