A heartbreaking case is a reminder of why it’s so important to take any contact with a bat seriously.
Doctors are remining people to seek medical attention if they’ve had physical contact with a bat, even if there are no obvious bites or scratches. A recently published case report shares the story of an Ontario child who died from rabies after an exposure that went unnoticed.
Bats are an important part of our ecosystem, but if one touches you, don’t wait to see if you’re okay. Getting medical advice right away can prevent rabies before symptoms develop.
Read the full CTV News story.