ADPH: Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Autauga County

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The Alabama Department of Public Health reports that a raccoon in Autauga County tested positive for rabies this week.

Published: May. 3, 2024 at 3:15 PM CDTAUTAUGA COUNTY, Ala. -

ADPH says this area of Autauga County has seen an increase in rabies cases and is under enhanced surveillance by the USDA National Rabies Management Team. One example is a kitten in this area that tested positive for rabies after encountering a positive raccoon in December 2023. Thatstate veterinarian, Dr. Dee W. Jones, says vaccinating animals is the primary way to reduce risks to pets and livestock. He is also reminding the public that ADPH can help facilitate testing of any animal in the area that is suspected of having rabies.

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