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BATS AND RABIES IN KING COUNTY

Most bats don’t have rabies, but assume all bats may have rabies

Illustration of a bat silhouetted against the moon.

September 3, 2024 Infectious Disease / Public Health / Rabies

Rabid Bat Found in Renton

Anyone who might have had contact with this bat (even if not bitten) could be at risk and should seek medical evaluation immediately or call Public Health at 206-296-4774 to determine if rabies preventative treatment is necessary.

July 18, 2020 Public Health / Rabies

Bats & Rabies: What you need to know

If you see a bat, do not touch it!!

August 22, 2019 Rabies

Seven things you to know about bats & rabies

All mammals can get rabies, but in Washington State, bats are the primary animal source of rabies, so, if you see a bat, don’t touch it!

August 20, 2019 Rabies

A brush with a notorious cat, a rabies education and a big Bill

The experience left her with a modestly increased immunity, little understanding of how medical bills are calculated and a new fear of outdoor cats.

July 22, 2019 Rabies

Rabies: How it spreads and how to protect yourself

Nick Major, 21, suffered a small puncture wound after a bat flew into his hand during daylight on Vancouver Island. He died of rabies sever weeks later.

February 3, 2019 Influenza/Flu / Measles / Rabies / Vaccines

Where the anti-vaccine movement thrives

Anti-vaccine activities are predominantly a western phenomenon, especially in the Pacific Northwest and the American Southwest.

August 17, 2018 Public Health / Rabies

Two rabid bats found in Auburn

Two bats (1 dead, the other appeared sick) on the sidewalk near the corner of B Street NE and 3rd Street NE in Auburn, August 13, tested positive for rabies.

July 14, 2018 Public Health / Rabies

Health officials seek people exposed to bat in Woodinville

Officials are seeking people who may have been in contact with a bat in Woodinville park.