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May 30 2026HEALTH

Bats and rabies: what you should know after a recent case

Officials found a bat carrying rabies in Irvine Regional Park last weekend. This case led to warnings about how easily the virus can spread to people. Rabies is almost always deadly once symptoms show up. But quick action after exposure can prevent illness. The virus can enter the body through smal

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

Rabies Alert: Raccoons on the Loose in Amityville

Amityville is in the spotlight for a concerning issue. Two raccoons in the area have been confirmed to have rabies, and health officials are worried about the disease spreading. This is the first time since 2009 that rabid raccoons have been found in Suffolk County. The first case was discovere

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