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A fox which attacked a domestic dog in New Hanover County in the state of North Carolina on the east coast of the United States (US) subsequently tested positive for rabies virus infection. This is the 13th confirmed case of animal rabies in New Hanover County in 2012.
Fortunately the dog that was attacked had been vaccinated against rabies virus and required a booster dose only post-exposure. In this instance there had been no human exposure to rabies virus.
(Via Myrtle Grove WECT - accessed 23/08/12)
Advice for Travellers
Travellers must be aware that rabies virus circulates in terrestrial animals in the US e.g. raccoons and skunks and should avoid contact with wildlife. All animal bites should be reported and carefully assessed; post-exposure treatment is accessible.
