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Dr. Abraar Karan
Coverage of Dr. Abraar Karan in the Nexus archive.
- Rabid bat found on Fremont sidewalk prompts health warning
A rabid bat was found on a Fremont sidewalk, prompting health warnings in Alameda County. Officials advise avoiding contact with bats and seeking medical treatment if exposed, as rabies in humans is rare but fatal without care. Multiple rabid bat cases have been reported across the Bay Area this year.
- Why health officials expect hantavirus cases to continue rising
Global health officials expect hantavirus cases to continue rising due to a cruise ship outbreak. Dr. Abraar Karan from Stanford University's division of infectious diseases discusses the issue. The outbreak may lead to an increase in cases.