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6-year-old girl bitten by rabid bat in Wisconsin, family says

Multiple jurisdictions across the U.S. report confirmed rabies cases in bats, following a highly publicized incident involving a child in Wisconsin.

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The brief

Health officials in Wisconsin, Utah, and Michigan have confirmed rabies-positive bat cases. In Shawano County, Wisconsin, a 6-year-old child is receiving treatment following a bat bite while playing outside. Additional reports indicate confirmed rabid bats in Cache County, Utah, Benton County, and Lenawee County, Michigan.

Coverage from outlets such as USA Today, NBC News, and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel emphasizes the child's recovery and the nature of the bite. Regional outlets, including The Herald Journal and WTOL, highlight official health warnings and safety protocols regarding potential exposure to rabid animals. Future developments will depend on health department monitoring and public adherence to safety advisories.

Coverage does not yet specify the total number of individuals currently undergoing post-exposure treatment beyond the Wisconsin case.

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Quick answers

Where have rabid bats been recently confirmed?

Confirmed reports have been documented in Shawano County, Wisconsin; Cache County, Utah; Benton County, Oregon; and Lenawee County, Michigan.

What is the status of the child bitten in Wisconsin?

According to reports, the 6-year-old is recovering and receiving a vaccine.

What are health officials advising?

Officials are issuing warnings regarding rabies safety, exposure risks, and requirements for reporting potential contact with bats.

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Rabies Public Health Wisconsin Cache County Lenawee County

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