Dogs Are Responsible For Up To 99% Of Human Rabies, First 15 Min Crucial: WHO
He died later despite every effort to get him treated.
Dogs Are Responsible For Up To 99% Of Human Rabies, First 15 Min Crucial: WHO
Dogs are responsible for up to 99% of human rabies cases, according to the World Health Organization, South-East Asia.
The organization says that the first 15 minutes can save their life if they get bitten or scratched, if treated.
Rabies spreads through the saliva of infected animals through bites, scratches, or contact with the eyes, mouth, or open wounds.
So, next time you come across a cute dog and take a moment to pat it, be careful. Dogs are tempting, and dog lovers, in particular, often can’t resist showing affection to such adorable animals
Always make sure to wash your hands after playing with dogs. If you have an open sore, avoid risking your life altogether.
The World Health Organization has shared three essential steps to follow in the first 15 minutes if you're bitten or scratched:
1. Wash the wound with soap and water for at least 15 minutes
2. Apply an antiseptic, such as povidone-iodine, if available
3. Seek medical help immediately
People who get infected with rabies often end up losing their lives if the necessary steps are not taken immediately.
In a recent case of death due to rabies infection, a 22-year-old state-level kabaddi player died after failing to take an anti-rabies vaccine following a dog bite incident.
Brijesh, a resident of Farana village, was reportedly bitten by a puppy two months ago while rescuing it from a drain.
He died later despite every effort to get him treated.
"He didn't think it was serious and didn't get vaccinated. Later, a private hospital in Aligarh confirmed he had been bitten by a rabid animal, likely a monkey or dog," his brother Sandeep said as quoted in a The Hindu report.
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