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USDA to airdrop rabies vaccines to combat outbreaks among wild animals
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USDA Is Airdropping Rabies Vaccines in 6 States This Month
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is airdropping oral rabies vaccines in six states in October in a bid to stop the spread of the potentially deadly virus. Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia be the recipients of the airdropped vaccines in October, according to a statement from the agency. The USDA did not provide a starting date for the process. One project will cover areas in North Carolina, Tenness…
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The Independent (US)USDA to airdrop rabies vaccines to combat outbreaks among wild animals
About 100,000 Americans are vaccinated against rabies following potential exposures each year
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be carrying out an unprecedented air operation this month to distribute rabies vaccines in six states of the country. The measure is part of a national strategy to protect communities, pets and curb the virus in wildlife. The selected states are Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. The baits will be launched from planes in rural areas and by helicopters and vehicl…
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