North Carolina hasn’t had a reported human case of rabies since 1955 thanks to public health efforts and monitoring. We have a team in our Public Health department that actively monitors rabies, a serious viral disease that can be fatal if not treated quickly.  Ongoing surveillance by Public Health investigators helps prevent potential exposures and ensures timely treatment for individuals who may have been exposed. 

To help keep our community safe, it’s important to be aware of animals that can carry rabies.