Doctor Wakes Up With Bat in Mouth | Eau Claire News

Eau Claire News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

A Richmond doctor had a bat try to sneak into her mouth while she slept—turns out, it was a real bat, not a mouse. She caught it, which is crucial, because bat bites are tiny and often go unnoticed, but rabies is almost always fatal without treatment. Health officials say if you wake up with a bat in your room, get checked out immediately. Dr. Edelman shared her story online, sparking concern and awareness—especially since the exposure was near her brain. Thankfully, the bat tested negative for rabies, so she didn’t need the vaccine. But her story is a wake-up call: if you find a bat in your…