Rabies Alert in Kent County

Rabies is back in Kent County, Michigan — a bat just tested positive, marking the first wild case this year and the 15th statewide. This deadly virus, spread through bites or scratches from infected animals, can be fatal once symptoms hit, often starting with flu-like signs before spiraling into brain damage. Bats are sneaky — they can slip into homes unnoticed, especially in summer. If you suspect contact, especially while sleeping, get the bat tested. Since 2020, Kent County’s seen 16 rabid animals, mostly bats. Vaccinating pets and safely capturing any bat you find are key defenses. Early symptoms? Fever, headache — but once it’s in your brain, it’s game over. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/41cee315e1c1d842