Arviat Fox Tests Positive for Rabies, Raises Community Health Concerns

A fox in Arviat, Nunavut, tested positive for rabies, prompting health warnings and precautions for residents who may have encountered the animal or its contacts.

• The fox, confirmed to have rabies by Nunavuts Department of Health, had interacted with local dogs earlier this month, raising alarm in the community.
• Residents of Arviat are advised to watch for other foxes, and any individuals bitten or scratched by a fox or dog should visit the health centre immediately.
• The presence of rabies in wildlife like the fox highlights ongoing concerns about zoonotic diseases, which can also be associated with other animals, including bats.