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First Fatal Case of Bat Lyssavirus in NSW

7/13/2025

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A man in his 50s from northern New South Wales tragically succumbed to Australian bat lyssavirus (ABLV), marking the state's first recorded case. After being bitten by a bat months earlier, he faced a critical battle for his life before passing away on July 3. ABLV is a rare virus with no effective treatment once symptoms manifest, highlighting its deadly nature.

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A man in his 50s from northern New South Wales tragically succumbed to Australian bat lyssavirus (ABLV), marking the state's first recorded case. After being bitten by a bat months earlier, he faced a critical battle for his life before passing away on July 3. ABLV is a rare virus with no effective treatment once symptoms manifest, highlighting its deadly nature.