Wayne County Public Health Officials confirm third positive rabies case
WHEC.com • • health
Key Points:
- A barn cat in Galen, Wayne County, tested positive for rabies on June 9, leading to a person being exposed and currently receiving treatment.
- This incident follows recent rabies cases confirmed in a domestic cat and a raccoon in the Lyons and Sodus areas.
- Wayne County Public Health is hosting two rabies vaccination clinics for domestic pets on June 25 and June 27, with the latter already fully booked.
- Residents are urged to avoid contact with wildlife and ensure their cats, dogs, and ferrets are vaccinated against rabies.
- Pre-registration is required for the vaccination clinics, and residents unable to attend their appointment should contact the health office.