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Chamba health officials trained in rabies prevention & management
On October 13, 2026, medical workers in Chamba completed a training program focused on stopping and handling rabies. The session equipped local staff with methods to manage the disease effectively.
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Dog Bite in India: Wound Washing, Rabies Vaccine and Immunoglobulin Explained
Guidance was published detailing the medical procedures required following a canine attack in India. The information covers the necessity of cleaning the injury, receiving rabies vaccinations, and administering immunoglobulin.
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Gir Rabies Threat Puts Lion and Public Health at Risk
A disease concern emerged in the Gir area. The situation involves rabies affecting local lion populations as well as human residents.
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Over 100 state hospitals lack anti-rabies vaccine, 381 lack immunoglobulin, HC told | Mumbai news
During a court hearing in Mumbai, officials were informed that numerous state-run medical facilities do not have anti-rabies vaccines or immunoglobulin in stock. Specifically, more than 100 government hospitals lack the vaccine, while 381 are missing the immunoglobulin treatment.
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Telangana: Euthanasia of rabid strays okayed
The Telangana government has approved the euthanasia of stray animals infected with rabies. This decision aims to manage the public health risk associated with rabid strays.
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Rabies casts a shadow on Gir’s pride
Concerns emerged regarding the spread of rabies among the lion population. This viral disease is currently impacting the wildlife within the Gir region.
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Bombay HC Seeks Maharashtra Stray Dog Census, Sterilisation Data And Anti-Rabies Vaccine Figures
The Bombay High Court has requested information regarding the stray dog population census in Maharashtra, along with data on sterilisation and anti-rabies vaccinations. This inquiry aims to gather details related to the management of stray dogs in the state.
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Goa records zero animal rabies cases despite 39 in neighbouring states
In 2026, Goa reported no animal rabies cases, whereas 39 cases were recorded in neighboring states. This contrast highlights a zero incidence in Goa during that period.
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STATES, LOCAL BODIES ADVISED TO OBSERVE WORLD RABIES DAY ON 28TH SEPTEMBER
States and local authorities have been instructed to mark World Rabies Day on 28 September 2026. The guidance calls for observance of the international awareness day on that date.
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High Court Seeks Delhi Govt Response On Implementing Action Plan To Eliminate Rabies In Stray Dogs
The Delhi High Court has asked the Delhi government to provide a response regarding the execution of its action plan aimed at eradicating rabies among stray dogs. This request was made on September 8, 2026.
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Path to a Rabies-Free State: Jharkhand Animal Husbandry Department Pledges to Eradicate Dog Bites & Rabies by 2029
The Jharkhand Animal Husbandry Department announced a plan to eliminate dog bites and human rabies cases in the state by 2029. The initiative aims to achieve a rabies‑free status across Jharkhand.
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Expert warning that dog round up in India could lead to global pandemic peril
An expert cautioned that a large‑scale dog round‑up in India could raise the risk of a global pandemic. The warning highlighted potential health concerns linked to the mass gathering and handling of dogs.
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Stray dog bites in Nagpur top 44,000 in five years, eight rabies deaths: Govt
In Nagpur, over 44,000 stray‑dog bite incidents were recorded during the last five years. Government data show that eight of the bite victims died from rabies in that timeframe.
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