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Rabid cow found in Livingston County; 2 farmers exposed
13wham.com • • health
Key Points:
- A cow on a farm in southwest Livingston County, New York, tested positive for rabies, leading to two farmers undergoing preventative post-exposure treatment.
- The rabies case is confined to a single farm, with no increased risk identified for other livestock in the county.
- Officials are working with state agriculture departments and recommend immediate vaccination of the affected herd to prevent further infections.
- Residents are urged to avoid contact with animals suspected of having rabies and to seek medical advice if exposed through bites or scratches.
- Livingston County will hold a rabies vaccination clinic for pets on October 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Babcock Park in Dansville.
