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Re: “Bats: Why you want them at your house, how to invite them,” Aug. 1 Home story.
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While the author has good intentions in inviting bats near people, one should think twice about doing so because bats may harbor rabies. Rabies is caused by a virus that can develop into a deadly disease for both humans and animals. It is ill-advised to suggest that homeowners install bat houses near households or encourage human interaction with bats in any way.
Richard L. Vogt, M.D., Littleton
The writer is executive director of the Tri-County Health Department.
This letter was published in the Aug. 10 edition.
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