Press Releases
Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Deansboro
A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Deansboro. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on November 24, 2025 and positive results were reported on November 25, 2025. There are no known exposures at this time.
Oneida County Announces Car Seat Safety Event
The Oneida County Health Department announced car seat safety events that will be co-hosted with the Sheriff’s Office.
The events will take place at the following location and times:
•Deerfield Volunteer Fire Company, 5476 Trenton Road, Utica on December 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Free car seats will be available to eligible parents/legal guardians who are in need of a car seat. Appointments are required. For those already in possession of a car seat, a certified technician can be available to check that it is installed properly, also by appointment only. There are no eligibility requirements for car seat checks.
Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Marcy
A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Marcy. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on November 3, 2025 and positive results were reported on the same day, November 3, 2025. One person was exposed to the raccoon and is receiving post-exposure prophylaxis.
Skunk Tests Positive for Rabies in Annsville
A skunk has tested positive for rabies in Annsville. The skunk was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on October 16, 2025 and positive results were reported on the same day, October 16, 2025. Two animals, a horse and a puppy, were exposed to the skunk. The animals were unvaccinated.
Fox Tests Positive for Rabies in Westmoreland
A fox has tested positive for rabies in Westmoreland. The fox was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on September 29, 2025, and positive results were reported on the same day, September 29, 2025. Two people were exposed to the fox. The people received post exposure prophylaxis.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in Whitestown
A bat has tested positive for rabies in Whitestown. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of
Health Wadsworth Center for testing on September 24, 2025, and positive results were reported on September
25, 2025. Four people and three cats were exposed to the bat. The people received post exposure prophylaxis,
and the cats received booster rabies vaccinations.
