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Are dogs responsible for the transmission of rabies? Answer: Globally, dogs account for most human rabies deaths, contri...
11/04/2025

Are dogs responsible for the transmission of rabies? Answer: Globally, dogs account for most human rabies deaths, contributing up to 99% of all rabies transmissions to humans. However, thanks to successful pet vaccination programs and other measures, rabies among dogs has been almost eradicated in the US. The bigger threat of rabies exposure in the US comes from wildlife: bats, skunks, foxes, and raccoons.

10/09/2025

Human Rabies Immune Globulin, or HRIG, plays a vital role by providing immediate protection until the rabies vaccine has time to provide permanent protection from the virus. Learn how HRIG is made in this short video.

Rabies Watch provides an overview of rabies and steps to take after you’ve been bitten, scratched, or wounded by a wild ...
09/26/2025

Rabies Watch provides an overview of rabies and steps to take after you’ve been bitten, scratched, or wounded by a wild or stray animal. Learn more: www.rabieswatch.com/en/families

Education about the rabies virus, including the risks of transmission from animal bites or scratches and what to do if you or a someone you know is exposed.

🦠 Rabies Awareness: Myth vs. Fact 🦠Myth: Rabies has been eradicated in the United States.Understanding the truth about r...
09/22/2025

🦠 Rabies Awareness: Myth vs. Fact 🦠

Myth: Rabies has been eradicated in the United States.

Understanding the truth about rabies is crucial for prevention. Let's spread awareness and protect our communities! Learn more: www.rabieswatch.com/en/families

08/26/2025

What is rabies? If you are worried about a potential rabies exposure, this video provides information about rabies in humans and when to seek treatment. This video also provides an overview of the rabies virus including information on identifying a rabid animal. You will also find out the most common animals that carry the rabies virus in the US.

Rabies is a vaccine-preventable viral disease that occurs in more than 150 countries and territories.
08/13/2025

Rabies is a vaccine-preventable viral disease that occurs in more than 150 countries and territories.

Initial symptoms of rabies include a fever with pain and unusual or unexplained tingling, pricking, or burning sensation...
08/05/2025

Initial symptoms of rabies include a fever with pain and unusual or unexplained tingling, pricking, or burning sensation (paraesthesia ) at the wound site. As the virus spreads to the central nervous system, progressive and fatal inflammation of the brain and spinal cord develops.

Education about the rabies virus, including the risks of transmission from animal bites or scratches and what to do if you or a someone you know is exposed.

Love Bat Watching? Stay Safe! People usually get rabies from the bite of a rabid animal. It is also possible, but rare, ...
07/04/2025

Love Bat Watching? Stay Safe! People usually get rabies from the bite of a rabid animal. It is also possible, but rare, for people to get rabies from non-bite exposures, which can include scratches, abrasions, or open wounds that are exposed to saliva or other potentially infectious material from a rabid animal. If you’ve had any contact with a bat, seek medical advice immediately. Learn more: https://www.rabieswatch.com/en/families

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