Histoplasmosis is very common in the Mississippi and Ohio river drainages. It causes lesions on the lungs and general failure of the lungs. It is most damaging to young children and immunocompromised adults. The fungus can be killed by treatment with formalin. However, this is a job for professionals because formalin is a dangerous chemical to use.
Rabies is probably the biggest fear people have of bats.
Bats also rank 3 rd , behind raccoons and skunks, as causing humans to get rabies. This prevents our pets from getting rabies and spreading it to people. Don ' t mess with sick, grounded, or dead bats. Use heavy leather gloves if you must move a sick or grounded bat. If you are bitten, seek medical advice immediately.