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Rabies: risks from bat bites

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

• From: UK Health Security Agency
• Published: 28 September 2018
• Last updated: 12 November 2024 — See all updates

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Information for individuals who have been bitten by a bat

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Bat contact and rabies risks

Ref: UKHSA gateway number 2024663

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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
• specialist advice for health professionals

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Published 28 September 2018

Last updated 12 November 2024 + show all updates

1. 12 November 2024

   Updated branding from PHE to UKHSA.

2. 30 October 2019

   Added new telephone number for the Rabies and Immunoglobulin service.

3. 22 October 2018

   Updated to include specialist advice for health professionals.

4. 28 September 2018

   First published.