1st rabies exposure case in Hamilton, Canada in a year, involving contact with a rabid bat.

Hamilton, Canada, reported a case of rabies exposure due to contact with a rabid bat, the first in a year. The city advises residents to avoid contact with bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes, as these animals can carry rabies. Cats and dogs can be vaccinated against the disease, and those exposed should seek medical attention immediately. Since December 2015, 330 animals tested positive for rabies in the area, with raccoons and skunks being the most affected.

August 10, 2024
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