Tacoma News Tribune September 17, 2026 • 15:23

‘Nearly 100% fatal’ disease on the rise across US. See risks in Washington state - Tacoma News Tribune

By Julia Hawkins, Gagandeep Singh

‘Nearly 100% fatal’ disease on the rise across US. See risks in Washington state - Tacoma News Tribune

CDC warns of rabies exposure increase in United States as Washington bats test positive for deadly viral disease. Learn signs, transmission risks, pet protection.

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A nearly 100% fatal disease is the rise across the United States, prompting federal officials to issue a nationwide health alert.
Since July, the federal Centers for Disease Contro… [+6300 chars]

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