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Rabies alert issued in Martin County after raccoon tests positive

Original: Rabies alert issued in Martin County after raccoon tests positive in Stuart

Health officials have issued a rabies alert for Martin County, Florida, after a raccoon found in Stuart tested positive for the disease. Residents are being urged to avoid contact with wild animals, keep pets vaccinated, and report any unusual animal behavior. The alert typically remains in effect for 60 days while officials monitor the area for further cases.

Why now: A local rabies case poses a direct public health risk, prompting officials to warn residents to protect themselves and their pets.

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• Rabies alert issued in Martin County after raccoon tests positive in Stuart · WPEC

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