WHITE PLAINS – Two more people who were bitten by a rabid fox have come forward after the Westchester Health Department announced on Wednesday that a fix that bit two Peekskill residents last Saturday tested positive for rabies.
The two subsequent residents who were bitten were not receiving treatment for rabies, but are now under a doctor’s care, the county said.
“If you are bitten or scratched by a wild animal, you must immediately contact the Westchester County Health Department – your life depends on it,” warned County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler. “Exposure to rabies when left untreated can lead to death.”
She said the two subsequent individuals saw news reports about the rabid fox and called the health department. “That one news report and one phone call – quite literally saved their lives.”
Anyone who came in contact with the fox in Peekskill is urged to call the county health department anytime day or night at 914-813-5000.
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