Wisconsin Girl, 6, Starts 4 Rabies Shots After Bat Tests Positive
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Updated · WISN Milwaukee · Jun 29
Wisconsin Girl, 6, Starts 4 Rabies Shots After Bat Tests Positive
3 articles · Updated · WISN Milwaukee · Jun 29
Summary
Shawano County 6-year-old Cece Kale is recovering after a bat bit her in her yard on June 23, triggering a four-shot rabies treatment regimen.
The bat wrapped its wings around her leg and would not let go until family members intervened; her brothers killed it, and testing later confirmed rabies.
Elizabeth Kale said Cece initially struggled to cry out for help during the attack, underscoring how sudden the encounter was.
Rabies is almost always fatal without prompt treatment, making immediate medical care after wild-animal bites critical.