Already 22 attacks since the beginning of the year: enraged bats can transmit the virus to man, Catalonia gives the alert

The Catalan Health Department (Salvation) calls on the whole population to avoid contacts with batwhether in Catalonia or on the occasion of trips abroad. The reason? A real risk of contracting the rage.

22 attacks

While occasional cases of infected bats have been detected in the territory, most of the attacks occur in foreign countries, especially in Thailand, Morocco, India, Romania or Bali, before being reported on the return of the victims.

Some also take place in Catalonia, whether “In the street, in the domestic environment and on rural roads”reports 324.Cat. Since the start of the year, 88 animal attacks have been identified in the region, including 43 % by dogs and 25 % by bats (22 attacks), writes Diari de Barcelona. Incidents that occur especially during the summer season.

Hi recalls that it is essential not to come into contact with the animal in question, even if it seems harmless or injured. Rural authorities must be alerted to take care of the animal.

“A bite, a scratch or a licking” can be considered at risk. In this case, “You must immediately wash the wound with water and soap for about five minutes, apply a disinfectant and consult a doctor”. “To prevent the spread of rabies in people who have undergone an attack by animals at risk, it is essential to immediately administer the anti -rabic vaccine to immunoglobulins and to follow a vaccination calendar”still write our colleagues of 324.Cat.