"Rabies Alert: White-Tailed Deer Confirmed in West Virginia's Hunting Season"

By Eva November 09, 2023

Rabies confirmed in a free-roaming white-tailed deer in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle.

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Hampshire County Health Department notified by West Virginia Department of Agriculture.

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Confirmed case suggests more animals in the area may be infected.

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Hunters reminded of rabies risk during ongoing West Virginia hunting season.

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Rabies transmission through saliva and blood; hunters urged to take precautions.

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Recommendations for hunters include using disposable gloves and proper handwashing.

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Avoid consuming animals that appear abnormal; report neurologic deer to authorities.

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West Virginia currently in archery and crossbow season; firearm season starts on Nov. 20 in 51 counties.

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