Kick Streamer Receives Rabies Treatment Following Friendly Squirrel Bite

Kick Streamer CaptainGee Hospitalized Following Squirrel Bite Incident

Popular Kick streamer CaptainGee found himself receiving medical treatment after an unexpected encounter with a seemingly friendly squirrel in New York City. This unusual incident raised eyebrows and gained attention from his vast audience of over 13,000 followers who regularly join him on his adventurous streams.

An Innocent Adventure Turns Unexpected

During his November 2024 trip to NYC, CaptainGee aimed to share a lighthearted moment with a squirrel he spotted while walking. Initially perceiving the animal as approachable and friendly, he extended his finger for a closer interaction. Unfortunately, the friendly façade was misleading; rather than merely sniffing, the squirrel bit him sharply on the left middle finger, causing blood to spill.

Streamer CaptainGee is in the hospital being treated for rabies after he was attacked by a rabid squirrel in NYC pic.twitter.com/d2YQqxZFQq

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Reacting with disbelief, he exclaimed, “It just bit me, no way! That’s crazy, look at that!” His audience, streaming live as events unfolded, flooded the comments urging him to seek immediate medical care, especially emphasizing the risk of rabies exposure.

Emergency Response and Medical Treatment

In the midst of the surprise bite, CaptainGee managed to locate a nearby ambulance with flashing lights. EMTs promptly assisted him, providing essential medical attention to address his injury. Upon his arrival at the hospital, he humorously remarked, “I was in Africa for one month and nothing happened. Lions, everything there, zebras, cheetahs. No, I almost get killed by a squirrel!”

Fortunately, CaptainGee is recovering from the incident. Despite initial fears surrounding rabies transmission, health experts indicate that the likelihood of contracting the disease from this encounter is very low.

CaptainGee in Hospital After Squirrel Bite — Kick: CaptainGee

Health Insights on Rabies and Squirrel Encounters

The New York City Department of Health clarifies that squirrels are typically not carriers of rabies, and human cases linked to squirrel bites are extremely rare. In fact, bites from squirrels are generally considered low-risk for rabies transmission unless the animal is showing clear symptoms of the disease.

Rabies symptoms can include severe signs like staggering, convulsions, and paralysis, as outlined by the New York Department of Health.

Recent Rabies Concerns in New York

CaptainGee’s incident is part of a broader dialogue regarding rabies and public health in urban settings. Only a month prior, the euthanization of a well-known internet squirrel named ‘Peanut’ provoked outrage among fans after it was tested for rabies. Such events highlight the ongoing concern over wildlife interactions in populated areas.

As CaptainGee continues to recover, this intriguing story serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of wildlife encounters, even in seemingly safe environments.

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