A young man has died of Rabies after being bitten by a puppy – he had played with the dog on campus in Chennai (Madras). His companion, who also played with the puppy, which bit both of them, received anti-rabies treatment following the bite, but he did not.
This highlights the importance of seeking medical help following any bite from a dog, cat, or monkey in any area of the world where rabies occurs.
Be safe – pre-vaccinate against rabies before you travel….
Source: ProMed Newsgroup 23 Feb 2014
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Source: http://www.globetravelhealthcentre.com/travel-advice/case-of-rabies-follows-bite-from-a-puppy.html
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