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New Threshold Could Inform Rabies Postexposure Prophylaxis Decisions

Authors say a risk threshold of 0.0004 would be appropriate for postexposure prophylaxis administration

Three Bat Exposure-Linked Human Rabies Deaths Reported in Fall 2021

All three patients had recognized direct contact with bat about three to seven weeks before onset of symptoms

Investigation Starts in Five States After Imported Dog Develops Rabies

At least 12 people were exposed to the dog, which was among 33 dogs and one cat that arrived in Chicago from Azerbaijan

Human Rabies Immunoglobulin Safe, Prevents Rabies in Children

Twenty-eight of 30 participants had rabies virus neutralizing antibody titers ≥0.5 IU/mL on day 14 after HRIG150 postexposure prophylaxis

A rabies warning was issued for Walt Disney World Resort and the surrounding area after a rabid cat scratched two employees.

Rabies Warning Issued for Walt Disney World Resort Area

Laboratory tests confirm rabies in a cat that scratched two cast members
Wildlife rabies

CDC: Wildlife Rabies, Especially in Bats, Poses Risk in U.S.

Seventy percent of rabies infections acquired in the United States attributed to bats
A new rapid rabies test for animals could revolutionize screening and spare humans unnecessary painful treatment

New Rabies Test Could Radically Change Testing, Treatment

LN34 is highly accurate and produces results more quickly and cost-effectively than current methods