Richmond doctor wakes up to bat in her mouth, warns others on wildlife safety

Richmond doctor wakes up to bat in her mouth, warns others on wildlife safety

Krista Edelman, a Richmond gastroenterologist, went public with her story and safety advice after waking up with a bat in her mouth, prompting Virginia health officials to detail when bat contact warrants rabies precautions. (WWBT) – Forget the old rumor about swallowing spiders in your sleep — one Richmond doctor woke up with a bat’s wings folded in her mouth, and it was heading for her throat.

Source: NBC 12

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