A raccoon found near the city fairgrounds in Cumming tested positive for rabies after biting a resident. Individuals who came into contact with the raccoon have been advised to seek medical ...

It’s a new Amityville horror. Health officials confirmed the first two cases of rabid raccoons in Amityville since 2009 — and warned the disease could be spreading. “We are very concerned ...

A third raccoon has been confirmed as rabid in western Suffolk, prompting a health alert from county health officials Saturday. The sick raccoon, found in Amityville on Monday, tested positive for ...

A rabid raccoon was discovered in Gaston County after being attacked by two dogs. The raccoon tested positive for rabies, prompting authorities to canvass the neighborhood and notify health officials.

If you believe you, someone you know or your pets have come in contact with this raccoon or another animal that potentially has rabies, please call DPH's Charleston office at (843) 953-4713 during ...

So far this year, one other raccoon also tested positive for rabies. In 2024, JCPHS received 13 reports of rabid animals. Rabies can be fatal and it attacks the brain and spinal cord.

Anyone who believes that their pets or themselves may have come in contact with this raccoon or another animal that potentially has rabies, please call DPH's Charleston office at (843) 953-4713 ...