Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in Oak Lawn, Illinois

Halton Region Public Health confirms first case of rabies in a bat

Health officials found a bat with rabies in Burlington, Ont., marking the first such confirmed case in the region this year, Halton Region Public Health said Friday.

Halton Public Health confirms first rabid bat case of the year

Bat found in Burlington

Bat tests positive for rabies in Oak Lawn, Illinois

A bat found in Oak Lawn, Illinois, tested positive for rabies, according to Cook County officials.

Bat tests positive for rabies in Oak Lawn

A bat tested positive for rabies in Oak Lawn, Cook County officials announced Thursday. The bat was found in the 9800 block of South Pulaski Road, officials said. Pet owners are encouraged to stay up to date on vaccinations. Cook County Animal and Rabies Control is hosting free rabies and microchips clinics through October to keep pets protected. The Cook County government website has more information on the clinics, which can be found here.

More Details On Rabid Bat Found In Oak Lawn, Residents Urged To Vaccinate Pets:

An Oak Lawn bat was found inside an apartment building on the 9800 block of south Pulaski Road.

Oak Lawn bat tests positive for rabies; residents urged to vaccinate pets

A bat in Oak Lawn has tested positive for rabies.