The Little Brown Bat (Myotis lucifugus) is a small, nocturnal mammal belonging to the family Vespertilionidae. It is a common species found throughout North America, with populations ranging from the Arctic Circle to the southern tip of Florida. This bat is known for its distinctive brown fur, small size, and its ability to navigate using echolocation.
Brant County has been grappling with a significant increase in opioid-related deaths in recent years. This trend has been observed across Ontario and Canada, but Brant County has been particularly hard hit. The opioid crisis has had a devastating impact on the community, leading to a rise in addiction, overdoses, and deaths.
The disease can be contracted through contact with contaminated objects, such as clothing, bedding, or utensils. This can happen if an infected animal has been in contact with these items. The disease can also be transmitted through the air, particularly in enclosed spaces. This is especially true for airborne diseases like rabies. The disease can also be transmitted through the bite of an infected animal.
No documented cases of human-to-human transmission of rabies have been reported. BCHU said it is assessing family members and other close contacts of the infected individual and will offered post-exposure treatment if needed. Keeping pets and livestock updated with rabies vaccination Not touching strange animals Keeping pets away from wildlife Supervising children when they are around animals Not letting pets roam free Not feeding pets outdoors as it can attract wild animals Anyone bitten or scratched by a bat is advised to wash the wound with soap and water, and to seek medical attention immediately. BCHU offered tips to reduce the risk of rabies infection, includingAnyone bitten or scratched by a bat is advised to wash the wound with soap and water, and to seek medical attention immediately.
“Immediate medical care following suspected rabies exposures is critical,” Moore said. “Post-exposure medical care includes washing the area with soap and water as soon as possible, a dose of rabies immune globulin and a series of rabies vaccines which must be administered as soon as possible after exposure.” The treatment is nearly 100 percent effective if administered quickly, he said. BCHU serves a population of more than 136,000 people in the County of Brant and the City of Brantford, the release said.
