rabies
Coverage of rabies in the Nexus archive.
- Suffolk bat tests positive for rabies
A bat found in the 300 block of Turlington Road in Suffolk, Va., tested positive for rabies. The deceased bat was discovered by a dog, prompting the owner to alert Animal Control, which collected and tested the animal.
- Round 2 of rabies vaccine bait drop begins Saturday
Vermont begins a second round of rabies vaccine bait distribution on August 1, targeting wild animals like raccoons and skunks. The effort, coordinated by the Vermont Department of Health and USDA Wildlife Services, aims to combat rising rabies cases, with 915,700 baits to be dropped across 10 counties and parts of neighboring states.
- Rabid fox found at southern Caldwell County home
A rabid fox was found at a home in southern Caldwell County. This marks the second confirmed rabies case in the county this year.
- East Bay family cat euthanized after contracting rabies
An indoor pet cat in the East Bay tested positive for rabies and was euthanized, according to the Alameda County Public Health Department and Vector Control. The cat lived in a Pleasanton household and had regular access to a balcony despite being labeled 'indoor-only'.
- Man recalls being attacked by apparent rabid raccoon: 'I could see these bright yellow eyes'
A man in New Jersey recalls being attacked by an apparent rabid raccoon. He described seeing 'bright yellow eyes' during the encounter.
- Health officials issue dire warning to unsuspecting restaurant guests possibly exposed to rabies
Health officials have issued a warning to restaurant guests who may have been exposed to rabies. The alert follows an incident involving a rabid bat encountered during a lunch setting.
- Third rabid bat confirmed in Cook County this year
A third rabid bat has been confirmed in Cook County this year. Pet owners are advised to ensure their animals' rabies vaccinations are up to date.
- Bat that dropped onto table at SoCal restaurant had rabies, officials say
A rabid bat fell onto a table at a north San Diego County restaurant, prompting health authorities to seek individuals who may have had contact with it. The incident occurred as a family was having lunch on Sunday.
- Bat that dropped onto table at SoCal restaurant had rabies, officials say
A bat that fell onto a table at a north San Diego County restaurant had rabies, prompting health authorities to seek individuals who may have had contact with it. The incident occurred as a family was having lunch on Sunday.
- Aggressive raccoon tests positive for rabies in Richmond
An aggressive raccoon in Richmond tested positive for rabies, marking the second confirmed rabies case in the city within a few days.
- Free microchip, rabies clinic to be held in Nashville
Metro Nashville Animal Care and Control (MACC) will host a free microchip and rabies clinic for Davidson County residents on Saturday, offering 1-year and 3-year rabies vaccines. The event, held at MACC’s Haring Place location, requires dogs to be leashed and cats to be in crates. Two additional clinics are scheduled for September 26 and December 12.
- Bat with rabies found near San Diego zoo’s restaurant sparks ‘extremely serious’ urgent warning
A bat with rabies found near San Diego zoo’s restaurant has prompted county health officials to urge anyone with direct contact to seek evaluation. The situation has been labeled 'extremely serious' in the urgent warning.
- Rabid bat found near zoo restaurant sparks urgent public health warning: 'Extremely serious'
A rabid bat found near the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's restaurant on July 11 has prompted health officials to urge individuals with direct contact to seek evaluation. The bat, confirmed positive for rabies by county labs, marks the 19th such case in San Diego County this year. Experts emphasize avoiding bat contact and washing exposed areas if contact occurs.
- Feral cat on Turnberry Road in Smithfield tests positive for rabies
A feral cat on Turnberry Road in Smithfield tested positive for rabies. The Isle of Wight County Health Department confirmed the case.
- San Marcos fox tests positive for rabies
A fox in San Marcos tested positive for rabies after attacking a stray cat on July 11 in Willow Creek Estates, according to a report to San Marcos Animal Services.
- FCTA confirms 2 deaths from rabies, 8 cases
FCTA confirmed two rabies-related deaths and eight cases in Gwagwalada and Kwali Area Councils following attacks by rabid dogs. Mr. Dandam cited the incidents as the cause of the fatalities.
- How many positive rabies cases have there been across Capital Region?
The Department of Environmental Conservation is monitoring Turtle Island on Lake George after a beaver tested positive for rabies. Positive rabies cases across the state have fluctuated over the years.
- NYSDEC patrols Lake George after beaver bite, 1 recovered tests positive for rabies
Two people were bitten by a beaver on July 4 at Turtle Island, prompting the New York DEC to patrol Lake George and issue a water safety advisory through July 14. One beaver recovered from the area tested positive for rabies.
- Horse on Fultonville farm tests positive for rabies
A horse on a private farm in Fultonville has tested positive for rabies, as confirmed by the Montgomery County Health Department. The case was identified in the town of Fultonville.
- Rabid goat confirmed in York County, health officials say 4 exposed
A rabid goat was confirmed in York County, South Carolina, with four people exposed. The goat was found near Stallion Spirit and Rocky Hollows Trails and tested positive for rabies four days later. This marks the third rabies case in York County in 2026.
- As Bali battles rabies surge, does dog meat raise the risk?
Bali is experiencing a rabies surge, with five deaths reported this year, including a housewife bitten by a stray cat and three people attacked by a rabid dog in Jembrana regency. Swift post-exposure vaccinations saved three victims after a rabid dog attack.
- Boy dies from rabies after waking up to bat on his face
A boy died from rabies after a bat landed on his face during a vacation in Ontario. The incident occurred several weeks before his death.
- Brother saves 6-year-old girl from rabid bat attack with makeshift sword
A 6-year-old girl in Wisconsin was bitten by a rabid bat while in a tree, and her brother killed the bat with a makeshift sword. The girl received rabies treatment after the bat tested positive for the virus, which is fatal if untreated.
- Brother saves 6-year-old girl from rabid bat attack with makeshift sword
A 6-year-old girl in Wisconsin was bitten by a rabid bat while in a tree, and her brother killed the bat with a makeshift sword. The girl received rabies treatment after the bat was confirmed to have rabies.
- Brother saves 6-year-old girl from rabid bat attack with makeshift sword
A 6-year-old girl in Wisconsin was bitten by a rabid bat while in a tree, and her brother killed the bat with a makeshift sword. The girl received rabies treatment after the incident, which marked one of the first rabid bat sightings in the county in over a year.
- Pilot bitten by bat after swarm invades his Sheraton hotel room, costing him over $100K for rabies shots: lawsuit
A pilot was bitten by a bat after a swarm entered his Sheraton hotel room, resulting in over $100,000 in rabies shot costs and a lawsuit. His attorney, Edward Lomena, described the incident as frightening.
- 6-year-old girl bitten by rabid bat while playing outside her Wisconsin home, family says
A 6-year-old girl was bitten by a rabid bat while playing outside her home in Wisconsin, according to her family. The incident occurred in an unspecified Wisconsin location.
- Boy, 11, died of rabies after bat landed on his face while he slept
An 11-year-old boy died of rabies after a bat landed on his face during sleep. Rabies is nearly always fatal once symptoms develop but preventable if treated before symptoms appear.
- Boy, 11, dies from rabies after bat landed on his face while he slept but left no visible bite as doctors issue warning
An 11-year-old boy died from rabies after a bat landed on his face while he slept, leaving no visible bite. Doctors issued a warning following the incident.
- Boy, 11, dies from rabies after bat landed on his face while he slept but left no visible bite as doctors issue warning
An 11-year-old boy died from rabies after a bat landed on his face while he slept, leaving no visible bite. Doctors have issued a warning following the incident.
- Feral cat in Suffolk tests positive for rabies
A feral cat in Suffolk, Virginia, has tested positive for rabies. The Suffolk Health Department confirmed the case, noting the cat was adopted by a concerned member of the public on Cove Point Drive due to its severe symptoms.
- Henrico confirms fifth rabies case this year after bat tests positive
Henrico County has confirmed its fifth rabies case of 2026 following an incident involving two dogs and a bat. The Henrico County Police Division reported the confirmation after testing revealed the bat was positive for rabies.
- Officials urge contact reports after bat found at Creedmore Lake
A bat was found at Creedmore Lake during a free fishing day in Larimer County, prompting officials to urge contact reports due to uncertainty about its rabies status.
- Rabid bat found at Sask. daycare; school division apologizes for delay in telling parents
A rabid bat found at a daycare in Spiritwood led to children being offered rabies treatment. The school division apologized for delaying notification to parents.
- Rabid fox found in Suffolk neighborhood: VDH
A fox in Suffolk, Virginia, tested positive for rabies and was euthanized by Suffolk Animal Control. The Virginia Department of Health confirmed the case, highlighting rabies as a fatal disease.
- People possibly exposed to rabies after picking up injured bat in Evergreen
Several people may have been exposed to rabies after reports of people picking up and touching an injured bat in Evergreen. The incident highlights potential health risks from wildlife contact.
- Skunk tests positive for rabies in Amsterdam
A skunk in Amsterdam tested positive for rabies. The Montgomery County Health Department confirmed the case.
- ‘Her whole face was covered in blood’: 11 campers attacked by jackals at Sea of Galilee
11 campers were attacked by jackals at the Sea of Galilee. Authorities are concerned at least one animal may be infected with rabies, but all injured campers have been vaccinated and released from hospital.
- Rabies case reported in Mecklenburg County: What we know
A rabies case in a coyote in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, has exposed at least one person and a domestic pet. This marks the fourth rabies case in the county this year, with three involving raccoons and a cat. Authorities are hosting a public event to address coyote-related concerns.
- California neighborhood on alert after bat found near sidewalk tests positive for rabies virus
A bat found near a sidewalk in South Fremont, California, tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to urge residents to avoid wildlife and seek medical attention if exposed. Authorities confirmed no known human or animal exposures but emphasized the importance of vaccination and caution around wild animals.