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The following press statement was implemented
during an actual ACA camp crisis situation.
The statement is not intended to substitute
for the ACA hotline or advice from your
attorney or insurance representative.
Statement: Relating to the
death of a young camper from rabies. Although
the boy did attend camp, the CDC found
his death was not linked to the camp.
Our hearts are saddened by the loss of
this child, and our condolences go out to
the parents and extended family of this
little boy. He was an outstanding young
man and a great camper. This is a great
loss for his family and for our camp family.
Here at XXXX Camp, we are accredited by
and follow the health procedures of the
American Camp Association, and we keep detailed
health records as required by ACA. We have
combed these records and talked with our
staff and find no evidence of any reports
from campers or staff that this child received
any kind of bite while at camp or on any
of our trips this summer. The health and
safety of our campers is our first and foremost
concern.
We have been in touch with the family and
with The Centers for Disease Control in
Atlanta. The CDC had representatives from
their Rabies Division studying this case.
I spoke with the CDC this morning, and they
do not feel that this camper contracted
rabies while he was at camp this summer.
I would suggest that you contact the CDC
concerning their findings and recommendations.
We continue to cooperate fully with all
authorities in this heart-breaking situation.
The CDC phone number is XXX+XXX-XXXX.
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