Press Releases
Horse Tests Positive for EEE Virus in Town of Vienna
A yearling horse has tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEE) in the Town of Vienna. The horse developed neurological symptoms on August 27, 2025, a blood sample was sent to Cornell Lab for testing, and positive test results were reported on August 28, 2025. The horse was euthanized; it was up to date on vaccinations.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in the City of Utica
A bat has tested positive for rabies in South Utica. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on August 21, 2025, and positive results were reported on August 26, 2025. Two people and one cat were exposed to the bat. The people received post exposure prophylaxis, and the cat received a booster for its rabies vaccination.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in the City of Utica
A bat has tested positive for rabies in South Utica. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on August 18, 2025, and positive results were reported on August 19, 2025. One person and two cats were exposed to the bat. The person received post exposure prophylaxis, and the cats received boosters for their rabies vaccinations.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in the Village of New Hartford
A bat has tested positive for rabies in the Village of New Hartford. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on August 14, 2025, and positive results were reported on August 15, 2025. One person and one pet were exposed to the bat. The person received post exposure prophylaxis, and the pet was up to date on their rabies vaccinations.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Vaccines play a vital role in the health of individuals and communities. Vaccines offer protection from many different diseases, such as measles, tetanus, polio, hepatitis, and influenza.
Whether you are having a baby, traveling to a new country, or preparing your children to go back to school, vaccines are recommended and often required to help protect you and your family.
Cat Tests Positive for Rabies in Town of Sangerfield
A cat has tested positive for rabies in the Town of Sangerfield. The cat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on July 1, 2025, and positive results were reported on July 2, 2025. One person was exposed to the cat and received post exposure prophylaxis.
