Rabies -- United States
The Nevada Department of Agriculture Animal Disease Laboratory has confirmed 3 cases of rabies in bats -- one in Washoe County and 2 in Clark County, according to a release from the NDA.
Bats are common throughout Nevada, with their activity increasing between May and October. While other species of wildlife can carry rabies, bats are the most common source of human and domestic animal transmission, making it important to keep pets vaccinated and ensure no contact is made with
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://healthmap.org/ln.php?8457663&promed&0
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