Rabies Risk Rising in Pets and Wildlife | Birmingham News

Rabies is back in Alabama—and it’s not just hitting raccoons and foxes anymore. Dogs, cats, and even bats are spreading the virus, especially when pets skip their shots or wildlife sneaks into your home. If you wake up to a bat in your room—or suspect contact—don’t panic, but DO get checked out. Never touch wild animals barehanded. Teach kids to report any animal bite or scratch. Keep pets vaccinated. And if you’re bitten or scratched? Wash the wound immediately, then seek medical help fast—this isn’t something you can wait on. 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.Sources:https://abc3340.com/news/local/alabama-health-officials-urge-residents-to-stay-alert-amid-rabies-cases-september-2026 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/52a7848c7dbbdab2 Report issues to [email protected].