Rabies cases increased 17 percent in July and August, CDC says

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Rabies exposure cases increased 17% in July and August, CDC warns

The CDC issued an alert reporting a 17% increase in human rabies exposure cases during July and August 2026, prompting public health warnings about the nearly always fatal disease.

Sep 10, 20262 sourcesCenters for Disease Control and Prevention

Rabies exposure cases increased 17% in July and August, CDC warns

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Rabies exposure cases increased 17% in July and August, CDC warns

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Human rabies exposure cases on the rise, CDC warns

Rabies cases increased 17 percent in July and August, CDC says

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Rabies exposure cases increased 17% in July and August, CDC warns

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Human rabies exposure cases on the rise, CDC warns