Raleigh, N.C. - Rabies cases in North Carolina rose 13.5 percent in 2006 and 13 already have been identified this year, officials with the North Carolina Division of Public Health report.
RALEIGH, N.C. — Rabies cases in North Carolina rose 13.5 percent in 2006 and 13 already have been identified this year, officials with the North Carolina Division of Public Health report.
Among 520 rabid animals confirmed last year were 20 cats and eight dogs. Owners are urged to vaccinate pets.