9 bats test positive for rabies in Cook County so far this year, officials say

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Nine bats have tested positive for rabies in Cook County so far this year, officials said.

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Since rabies can threaten pets, Cook County Animal Control has posted an interactive map showing the relative danger based on the nine locations of those positive tests.

The map is meant to raise awareness about rabies prevention and the importance of having pets vaccinated against the disease.

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