Rabies in deer in Monroe and Genesee Counties

From the New York State Conservationist magazine, December, 2012:

Rabies in Deer

In less than one month, from August to September 2012, the DEC Wildlife Health Unit diagnosed rabies in three white-tailed deer, one each from Monroe, Tompkins and Genesee counties. Residents had reported seeing the deer wobbling, walking in circles and having difficulty raising their heads. All three deer were euthanized and taken to Cornell's Animal Health Diagnostic Center where rabies was confirmed at the Wadsworth Laboratory. Visit the Wildlife Health web page for details on what to do if you suspect rabies in an animal, or if you come across sick or injured wildlife.