Rabid bat found on a sidewalk near UC Berkeley
Briefly

A rabid bat was discovered dead on a sidewalk near UC Berkeley, eliciting a response from the county health department. After a staff member reported the dead bat, tests confirmed rabies presence. Consequently, 120 leaflets were issued to inform the public about potential rabies exposure and preventive actions. Residents are advised to report any unusual animal behavior and to seek medical attention if they believe they may have been bitten or touched a bat, as bites can be small and hard to detect.
A bat infected with rabies was found dead on a UC Berkeley sidewalk, prompting health officials to issue warnings and distribute educational materials about rabies.
120 leaflets explaining how to handle potential bat interactions were distributed by Berkeley County after a rabid bat was discovered, highlighting the public's need to avoid wild animals.
Read at www.berkeleyside.org
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