Canadian boy, 11, dies of rabies after bat exposure at home

An 11-year-old boy in Canada has died after contracting rabies, following an incident in which he woke to find a bat on his face. Rabies infections in humans are extremely rare in Canada, with only 28 recorded deaths from the disease in the country since 1924. The case highlights the serious risk posed by bat encounters, as bats are among the most common carriers of rabies in North America. Health authorities typically recommend immediate medical attention and post-exposure treatment for anyone who comes into contact with a bat.