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Updated: Tuesday, 01 Dec 2009, 11:25 AM EST
Published : Tuesday, 01 Dec 2009, 11:24 AM EST
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - A dead raccoon found in Roger Williams Park in Providence tested positive for rabies, Department of Environmental Management officials confirmed this week.
The agency said finding rabies in this location is a public health concern due to the large number of people who use the park.
While there are no reports of any people or pets coming into contact with the diseased animal, officials urged residents to take precautions, including:
The rabies virus is transmitted to humans through exposure to the saliva of a rabid animal. Rabies is an infection of the brain and nerves and is fatal in humans when untreated; however, treatment of humans soon after exposure is effective in preventing rabies infection.
Animals that act aggressively or are noticeably sick should be reported to the DEM Division of Law Enforcement at 222-3070 or to your local animal control officer.
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