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Rabid raccoon found in Deansboro
Health officials in Deansboro, New York, have confirmed that a raccoon found in the town tested positive for rabies. Residents are being warned to avoid contact with wild animals acting strangely and to make sure pets are vaccinated. The case is drawing local attention as people check whether they or their animals may have encountered the animal.
Why now: A rabid animal in a small community raises immediate public health concerns for residents and pet owners.
Evidence
- Rabid raccoon found in Deansboro · Rome Sentinel
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