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Tag Archives: DSHS Zoonosis
Texas bats to emerge soon: Learn more about the risks, benefits of bats.
Bats are beginning to become active in some southern parts of the state, and while cold fronts could reduce activity, it is a good time for the public to be aware of the benefits and risks associated with Texas species. Janet Hurley, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service integrated pest management specialist, Dallas, said Texas residents should expect bat activity to increase as temperatures climb. Hurley said bats are typically more prevalent in areas with agricultural fields in proximity, but cities like Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth, Waco, Temple and… Read More →
Rabies Awareness & Prevention Poster Contest for K-12th Grade
Mark your calendars! The Texas DSHS Zoonosis Control Branch annual Rabies Awareness & Prevention Poster Contest is accepting submissions until April 8, 2022. Parents and teachers of children in grades K-12, this is a fun way for them to learn about the risks of rabies and much more. Students will learn: 🦇The importance of rabies vaccinations for pets 🦇Respecting wildlife from a distance 🦇Notifying adults of exposure to an infected animal The Zach Jones Memorial Fund provides generous prizes for winners in each age group (K, 1-2, 3-5,… Read More →