It has been recently revealed in tests that a human rabies case was found in Massachusetts, the first since 75 years, was actually caused by a rabid bat. The victim is in his 60s and the infected creature bit him while he was in his own home.

It has been revealed by the health officials that the man, who hasn’t been named, is under critical situation. The disease was transmitted through one of the two types of brown bats and the occurrence of both of them is common in Massachusetts.

It was in the year 1935 when the last case of human rabies was recorded. Though there hasn’t been a detailed update given on the man’s condition, it was said that he was critical while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Boston, as revealed by the Director of the Barnstable Health Division, Thomas McKean.

It still hasn’t been revealed where the man had been bitten by the bat, because it’s been a few weeks, and he has shown symptoms of the same now. It is the sixth case of human rabies in the country this year, and the mortality rate in the disease is said to be 100%.

It was revealed by Rodney E Willoughby, a pediatrician from Wisconsin, that he has used a new and innovative technique to save the lives of five people. He revealed that his treatment measures give the patient 20-25% chances of survival, which is more than just a ray of hope.

It is essential that any sort of insect or animal bites aren’t ignored and they are taken to the doctor as early as possible. One shouldn’t have to wait till the infection spreads and develops into full-fledged rabies, there is need for immediate medical help, ignoring it will put the person to fatal danger