Communicable Disease Control - Animal Exposures
Why should I be worried about an animal exposure?
- An animal exposure is a bite or scratch and may be a risk for rabies.
- Rabies is a disease of the nervous system caused by a virus that affects humans and warm-blooded animals.
What should I do if I have been scratched or bitten by an animal?
Call HealthLine 811. They will provide information and what to do next.
Visit Saskatchewan Ministry of Health - Rabies for more information.
Where can I get more information on what to do if I think an animal has rabies?
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Visit the Saskatchewan Rabies Response Program
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Visit the Government of Canada - Bats
Are you a health care provider and need more information on managing an animal exposure?
- Refer to Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Public Health for reporting forms, clinical tools and fact sheets.