St. Lawrence County reports two new rabies cases
The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department reported that a cat and a bat tested positive for rabies, bringing the county’s total to 19 cases this year.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department reported two new rabies cases involving a cat and a bat. Officials did not release additional information about the animals.
The county has confirmed 19 rabies cases so far this year. Public health officials said rabies can spread through the saliva or brain tissue of infected animals, commonly through bites or scratches, and urged residents to keep pets and livestock current on rabies vaccinations.
This story was written from a community submission and reviewed by a ClickNNY editor before publication.
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