rabies clinic

The United States Department of Agriculture will begin distribution of rabies vaccinations by helicopter in Beaver County on August 10, and continue thru August 17, as part of their National Rabies Management Program. Baits containing the rabies vaccination will be dispersed by helicopter in order to reach desired locations that would otherwise be difficult to access. During this time period, area residents may see helicopters moving within the same area multiple times in a slow manner. While this could be viewed as unusual and alarming, it is necessary in order to ensure sufficient baiting. Oral rabies vaccines produce little threat…