Rabies Vaccine: Can Stray Dog Bite Lead To Death, Know How Effective Is The Rabies Vaccine, Watch Video

India is an endemic country for rabies, where 17.4 million dog bites occur annually, resulting in 18,000-20,000 cases of human rabies, found a 2014 study. Stray dog bites leading to rabies deaths despite vaccination in Kerala have raised several questions, on the efficacy of shots and whether proper protocol is being followed while treating bites. The Supreme Court , said those who feed stray dogs could also be held responsible for vaccinating them and bearing costs of any person who has been bitten. It was hearing a public interest litigation over the issue.

Rabies Vaccine: India is an endemic country for rabies, where 17.4 million dog bites occur annually, resulting in 18,000-20,000 cases of human rabies, found a 2014 study. Stray dog bites leading to rabies deaths despite vaccination in Kerala have raised several questions, on the efficacy of shots and whether proper protocol is being followed while treating bites. The Supreme Court , said those who feed stray dogs could also be held responsible for vaccinating them and bearing costs of any person who has been bitten. It was hearing a public interest litigation over the issue. Watch Video