Rabid Fox Found Near Kibbutz Gesher, One Person Exposed
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The Ministry of Health announced a fox infected with rabies was found near Kibbutz Gesher, exposing one person who is now receiving preventative treatment. An investigation is underway, and authorities are asking anyone who had contact with the fox or other stray animals in the area between October 14 and October 28 to seek immediate medical attention.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- A fox infected with rabies was discovered near Kibbutz Gesher.
- One person was exposed to the rabid fox and is receiving preventative treatment.
- The Ministry of Health is conducting an epidemiological investigation into the incident.
- Residents are urged to contact health officials if they had contact with the fox or stray animals between October 14 and October 28.
The Ministry of Health reported on Tuesday the discovery of a fox infected with rabies near Kibbutz Gesher, located on the "Tzirim" axis north of the Shulamit outpost. One individual had contact with the infected animal and has been directed to receive preventative treatment. An epidemiological investigation is ongoing.
Residents or pet owners who were in the vicinity of the incident and may have come into contact with the rabid fox or any stray animal between October 14 and October 28 are urged to urgently contact the Afula Health Bureau at 4 Jerusalem Street, phone 04-6099000, or their nearest health bureau.
