CDC warns of increase in rabies activity, human exposures across U.S.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health advisory on Thursday warning of a nationwide increase in animal rabies activity and associated human exposure cases throughout the summer. The agency has alerted healthcare providers, public health officials, and the general public to the rising trend in reported incidents across the United States.

The alert serves to heighten awareness among medical professionals regarding potential rabies risks. By notifying health officials and the public, the CDC aims to address the uptick in exposures and ensure that providers are prepared to manage cases effectively as reports of the virus continue to emerge.