Rabies-Infected Jackal Found in Northern Israel's Upper Galilee
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
A jackal infected with rabies was found in Kibbutz Kfar Blum in Israel's Upper Galilee on October 26. The Ministry of Health is investigating potential human and animal contact and urges anyone who interacted with the animal or other stray animals in the area between October 8-22 to seek medical advice. Immediate medical attention and wound care are advised for any bites or scratches.
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- A jackal infected with rabies was discovered in Kibbutz Kfar Blum, Upper Galilee, on October 26.
- The Ministry of Health is investigating potential contact with the infected animal.
- Residents who interacted with the jackal or stray animals between Oct. 8-22 are urged to seek medical advice.
- Pet owners are advised to consult municipal veterinarians if their animals may have had contact.
- Immediate medical attention and wound care are recommended for any bites or scratches.
Israel's Ministry of Health reported on October 26 that a jackal infected with rabies was discovered in Kibbutz Kfar Blum, located in the Upper Galilee region of northern Israel. The infected animal was found in the eastern part of the kibbutz, near the gates of the Kfar Blum dam. Authorities are currently unaware if any individuals had contact with the rabid jackal, and an epidemiological investigation is ongoing.
The Ministry of Health is urging anyone who had contact with the jackal or stray animals in the specified area between October 8 and October 22, or whose pets may have come into contact with them, to immediately contact the ministry's Safed branch at Palmah Street 100, or their local branch. For after-hours assistance, individuals should report to the hospital emergency room. Pet owners whose animals might have encountered the infected jackal are advised to consult their municipal veterinarian. Parents are also asked to inquire with their children if they had any contact with wild or stray animals while in the area.
In the event of a bite or scratch, the ministry advises immediate and thorough washing of the wound with soap and running water for ten minutes, followed by disinfection and seeking medical attention to assess the need for rabies prevention treatment.
