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Clinical Presentation and Management of a Possible Rabies Case in a 42-Year-Old Male

A 42-year-old male presented with back pain and an infected wound, later developing symptoms of fatigue, difficulty drinking water, muscle spasms, behavioral changes, and phobias. Concerns of possible Rabies led to admission, treatment with fluids, antivirals, and sedatives. Tetanus immunization was

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Understanding Public Health Risks Associated with Zoos and Wild Animals

Zoos and wildlife parks serve as hubs for public recreation and education but can also pose public health risks due to potential transmission of zoonotic diseases by veterinarians who work closely with wild animals. Approximately 61% of infectious agents affecting humans are zoonotic in nature, with

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Understanding Rabies: Epidemiology, Etiology, and Control Measures

Rabies is an acute fatal disease affecting humans and warm-blooded animals worldwide. It is characterized by abnormal behavior, nervous disturbances, and ultimately death due to respiratory paralysis. Rabies claims approximately 55,000 human lives annually, with efforts at control showing marginal s

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Understanding Rabies: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

Rabies is an acute and highly fatal viral disease of the central nervous system, caused by Lyssavirus type 1. It is a zoonotic disease that affects warm-blooded animals such as dogs, cats, bats, racoons, skunks, and foxes. The disease is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of a rabid an

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Understanding Rabies: A Comprehensive Overview

Rabies is an acute fatal disease affecting humans and warm-blooded animals, characterized by abnormal behavior, nervous disturbances, excessive salivation, and respiratory paralysis. It claims around 55,000 human lives globally, with efforts in rabies control showing marginal success. The etiology o

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Understanding Rabies: A Comprehensive Overview of the Disease

Rabies, also known as hydrophobia or mad dog disease, is a deadly viral infection that affects warm-blooded animals, including humans. This article delves into the etiology, features of the virus, and epidemiology of rabies, emphasizing its prevention and control measures to combat this fatal zoonot

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Dog Population Management and Rabies Control in Vietnam

Vietnam faces challenges in managing its dog population and controlling rabies, with a significant number of unvaccinated roaming dogs posing risks to public health. The country has seen a rise in rabies cases, predominantly caused by dog bites, leading to a substantial annual death toll. Efforts ar

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Comprehensive Overview of Rabies: Causes, Symptoms, and Impact

Rabies, also known as hydrophobia, lyssa, or lytta, is a severe viral disease affecting mammals, including humans, leading to damage to the nervous system and inevitable death. The disease is caused by a large RNA neurotropic virus of the genus lyssavirus. Rabies is transmitted through the infected

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Study on Abundance of Pet Dogs in Rawalpindi District, Pakistan

This study investigates the population of pet dogs in Rawalpindi District, Pakistan, highlighting the prevalence of rabies and dog-related incidents. Methodologies include surveys and questionnaires to compile data on dog ownership and behaviors. Results indicate educational disparities among respon

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Understanding Zoonotic Diseases and Prevention Strategies

Zoonotic diseases pose a risk as they can be transmitted from animals to humans under natural conditions. Awareness of transmission routes is crucial. Direct contact, ingestion, aerosol, and indirect transmission through fomites or vectors are common means of spreading these diseases. Animals may no

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Africa Center for Excellence on Neglected Tropical Diseases and Forensic Biotechnology (ACENTDFB), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria

ACENTDFB, established in 2014 at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, focuses on neglected tropical diseases like trypanosomiasis, onchocerciasis/filiariasis, rabies, and forensic biotechnology. The center offers postgraduate programs, including PhD and MSc in Biotechnology, and short courses on various

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