There is noknown risk of catching

lyssavirus from bat urine or faeces, but if either get into

your eyes, nose, mouth or into anopen wound, FLUSH WITH WATER

to prevent other infections.

If you arebitten or scratched by

a bat, WASH THE WOUNDTHOROUGHLY with soap andwater (DO NOT SCRUB). SEEK

MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY.

DO NOTTOUCH ANY BATS

especially if they seemdistressed, injured or sick.

Contact an experienced animal handler.

For more information contact your nearest Tropical Public Health Unit:CAIRNSph 4050 3600

TOWNSVILLEph 4750 4000

MACKAYph 4968 3858

MT ISA & GULFph 4744 4404