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A bat found in Douglas County tested positive for rabies, the county’s first confirmed case of 2026. Health officials urge residents to avoid contact with wildlife, ensure pets are vaccinated, and seek medical care if bitten; the case adds to Oregon’s total of four positive rabies cases for the year.
A bat found near Fullerton College’s music building tested positive for rabies, prompting a public health warning. Officials urge anyone who may have touched the bat to seek medical care promptly for potential post-exposure treatment, and pet owners who had contact with the bat should contact their veterinarian, since rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear.
Researchers have identified a previously uncharacterized receptor gateway used by certain bat alphacoronaviruses to enter human cells, providing new insight into how animal coronaviruses can spill over into humans and how entry mechanisms influence pandemic risk.
Rabies has been confirmed in the Arden community of Loxahatchee after a bat hiding inside a resident’s shoe bit them; Animal Care and Control says the incident occurred and officials are investigating and advising precaution.
San Mateo County health officials confirmed a bat found in a park tested positive for rabies, urging anyone who had contact with the bat to seek medical advice immediately, as rabies is a deadly but preventable disease. No exposures have been confirmed, and the risk remains low, but precautions are advised to prevent infection.
A bat found in Orange tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to advise residents to avoid contact with wild animals, vaccinate pets, and seek medical attention if exposed, as rabies is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear.
A person in St. Clair County, Michigan, was bitten by a rabid bat, which tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to advise caution and recommend testing and vaccination for those exposed.
A rabid bat was found in St. Clair County, Michigan, resulting in one person being bitten and requiring medical treatment. Health officials emphasize avoiding contact with wild animals and recommend capturing bats for testing if contact occurs. The incident highlights the importance of rabies vaccination for pets and proper response to potential exposures.
The managing director of BAT UK advocates for allowing strict advertising of vapes targeted at adults to help smokers switch, despite current UK restrictions and health concerns about youth vaping; she emphasizes regulation, education, and enforcement to support the UK's goal of a smoke-free generation by 2030.
A rabid bat in Whitestown tested positive for rabies, exposing four people and three cats; those affected received treatment and vaccinations, and residents are advised to watch for rabies symptoms and avoid wild animals showing unusual behavior.
A new bat species, Myotis himalaicus, has been discovered in the Western Himalayas, distinguished by unique traits such as a hairless eye ring and a tail longer than its body, confirmed through morphological, genetic, and acoustic analyses, highlighting its significance for biodiversity and conservation efforts in the region.
A bat found in a Michigan residence tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to provide post-exposure treatment to those potentially exposed and to advise the public on rabies prevention measures, including avoiding contact with wild animals and vaccinating pets.
A bat found in a Northern Michigan home tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to advise caution, ensure pets are vaccinated, and seek medical attention if exposed, as rabies is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear but preventable with prompt treatment.
Raisin, a Jamaican fruit bat who was once in a lab, now enjoys a happy retirement at Bat World Sanctuary, living longer than typical wild lifespan thanks to quality care, regular massages, and a nurturing environment, showcasing the positive impact of compassionate animal treatment.
A bat found in a Cary home tested positive for rabies, leading to two people receiving post-exposure treatment; health officials advise residents on how to prevent rabies exposure from bats and other wild animals.