Bats and rabies: what you need to know | World Rabies Day

Описание: Rabies remains to date one of the most lethal infectious diseases known to humans, causing approximately 59,000 deaths a year worldwide. When we think of rabies, we often think of dogs. However, in the US the main source of human rabies is not dogs, but bats. Bat rabies still exists in many countries. We should be aware of the risks.

Learn more about rabies, how to keep you and your family safe, and what to do if you are bitten or scratched by a suspected rabid animal.

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