Granby Zoo Macaque Incident Alert | Calgary News

A visitor at Granby Zoo on August 4 had an accidental encounter with a Japanese macaque in a restricted staff area — prompting a public health alert. While the visitor received immediate care and is fine, the zoo warns anyone who had direct contact with the monkey — especially if there was a scratch, bite, or open wound exposed to saliva — to call Info-Santé (811) for evaluation. The herpes B virus, carried by these macaques, is rare in humans but serious if untreated. No exposure? No need to worry. Zoo officials are reviewing procedures and partnering with health authorities to ensure safety. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c8cbff2262586f9a