SC: 13 people, 4 pets exposed to rabies, SC health officials say
WYFF • • health
Key Points:
- The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed multiple rabies cases statewide, affecting 13 people and four pets across Aiken, Anderson, and Charleston counties.
- A horse in Aiken County tested positive for rabies, exposing 13 people who have been referred to healthcare providers for evaluation.
- Rabid animals identified include a skunk in Anderson County and a raccoon in Charleston County, each exposing two dogs that will be quarantined per state law.
- South Carolina law mandates rabies vaccination and revaccination for all dogs, cats, and ferrets, and officials recommend vaccinating livestock susceptible to rabies.
- This year, 72 rabid animal cases have been reported statewide, highlighting the importance of keeping pets and livestock vaccinated to prevent the fatal disease.
