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Rabies is a virus spread by the bite or scratch of an infected animal, usually a dog. Once symptoms begin it is nearly always fatal — but it is 100% preventable with prompt wound care and vaccination. Symptoms: At first, tingling or pain at the bite; later, fever, fear of water, agitation and paralysis. Do not wait for symptoms — act on the bite. Go the same day after any bite, scratch or lick on broken skin by a dog, cat, monkey or jackal — even a small one. Report if the animal is unknown or acting strangely. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
Sources: World Health Organization · Nepal MoHP — Epidemiology and Disease Control Division
Rabies is a virus spread by the bite or scratch of an infected animal, usually a dog. Once symptoms begin it is nearly always fatal — but it is 100% preventable with prompt wound care and vaccination.
Sources: World Health Organization
At first, tingling or pain at the bite; later, fever, fear of water, agitation and paralysis. Do not wait for symptoms — act on the bite.
Sources: World Health Organization
The virus in the saliva of an infected animal enters through a bite, scratch or a lick on broken skin.
Sources: World Health Organization
Immediately wash the wound with running water and soap for at least 15 minutes, then go to a health facility the same day for anti-rabies vaccination (and immunoglobulin for deep bites).
Sources: World Health Organization
Go the same day after any bite, scratch or lick on broken skin by a dog, cat, monkey or jackal — even a small one. Report if the animal is unknown or acting strangely.
Sources: World Health Organization
Vaccinate pet dogs, avoid stray animals, and teach children not to approach unknown dogs.
Sources: Nepal MoHP — Epidemiology and Disease Control Division
Rabies occurs across Nepal; anti-rabies vaccine is available at government hospitals and designated centres. Wash the wound first, then go.
Sources: Nepal MoHP — Epidemiology and Disease Control Division
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