Guidance

Rabies: risks from bat bites

Guidance for individuals who have been bitten by a bat, in the UK or overseas.

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This document contains information on:

  • bat rabies
  • the risk of catching rabies after being bitten by a bat
  • how to treat a bat bite after exposure

As part of this document a bat contact and rabies risk leaflet is available.

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Published 28 September 2018