Health
Bat carrying deadly Lyssavirus found in Brisbane sparking health alert – Brisbane Times
The infection is fatal to humans and anyone who could have had contact with this bat should see their doctor urgently.
“The tiny baby bat was found under the bridge in Lakewood Avenue Park in Parkinson on Brisbane’s south side on Thursday, December 10,” Dr Vasant said.
“It was taken into care by appropriately trained and vaccinated carers. The bat, which subsequently died, was sent for testing for ABLV and was found to be positive.
“We have been in contact with those people who reported the bat when it was found, and those who cared for it to check on the details of any contact they had with the bat and whether…
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