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health2 years ago

"Public Health Alert: Rabid Bat Discovered in Livingston County"

A rabid bat has been found in Livingston County, Michigan, marking the first case since 2021. The Livingston County Health Department advises that any direct contact with a bat should be considered a possible exposure to rabies, as bats are the most common carriers of the disease in the U.S. If someone has been bitten by an animal or had contact with a bat, they should contact the health department for assistance.

health2 years ago

Rabid Bat Found in Livingston County: Local Alert

A rabid bat has been found in Livingston County, Michigan, marking the first case of rabies in an animal this year. The Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) advises residents to be cautious as bats are more active during this time of year, increasing the risk of exposure to rabies. Rabies can be transmitted through bites or scratches from infected animals, with bats being the most common carrier. Any direct contact with a bat should be considered a potential exposure to rabies, and individuals should seek medical attention if bitten or exposed. It is also important to ensure pets are vaccinated against rabies and to contact a veterinarian if a pet has been in contact with a wild animal.

politics2 years ago

Livingston County Defies Michigan's Red Flag Gun Bills

The Livingston County Board of Commissioners in Michigan has unanimously voted to disregard a potential new state law that would allow police agencies to seize guns owned by people considered a threat to themselves or others. The board's resolution declared Livingston a "constitutional county" and affirmed support for the county sheriff and prosecutor to use "their utmost discretion in the exercise of their duties in enforcing any statute ... that is contrary to the rights established by the Constitution" of both the United States and Michigan. Supporters have said the bills will save lives; opponents say they are a violation of a person's constitutional rights.