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Teen Finds Bat in Air Conditioner, Hospitalized for Rabies Prevention in Haifa
A 15-year-old boy in Haifa was hospitalized after a bat entered his home and secreted fluid on his face. He received rabies preventive treatment at Rambam Medical Center and was discharged in good health.
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What happened
- 01A 15-year-old boy found a bat inside his home's air conditioner in Haifa.
- 02The bat secreted fluid on the boy's face and entered his mouth during an attempt to release it.
- 03The family cat caught the bat, prompting concern for rabies exposure.
- 04Rambam Medical Center treated the boy with rabies preventive measures per Ministry of Health guidelines.
- 05The boy and family cat were advised to receive rabies prophylaxis despite no visible injuries.
- 06The boy was discharged in good condition after treatment.
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