Authorities in New Hampshire are working to determine individuals who could have been uncovered to rabies after two stray kittens in North Conway examined constructive for the illness.
A involved citizen picked up the primary kitten with rabies and took it to the Conway Area Humane Society, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services stated in a press release. Two veterinary practices cared for the kitten earlier than it began exhibiting signs on Nov. 11 and examined constructive two days later. Officials stated the individuals who had direct contact with the contaminated kitten and would possibly require preventive remedy have been recognized.
“A second kitten tested positive on November 16th and investigation is ongoing to identify people who may have been exposed,” officers stated.
Authorities are urging residents to keep away from direct contact with any stray, feral, or wild animals, together with cats or kittens, following the constructive exams.
“Rabies is a fatal but preventable disease,” New Hampshire State Epidemiologist Dr. Benjamin Chan stated in a press release. “Rabies typically circulates in wild animals, and every year, 20-30 animals test positive for rabies in New Hampshire. The best way to prevent exposure is to avoid direct contact with stray, feral, or wild animals. If a person is exposed to a sick animal, they may need the rabies vaccine and protective antibodies to prevent disease.”
The rabies virus impacts the mind and central nervous system and is transmitted when an contaminated animal’s saliva comes into contact with damaged pores and skin or mucous membranes, such because the eyes, nostril, and mouth.
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