On July 30, a teenager caught rabies in the Federal District died. He was hospitalized for 40 days, and the DF Ministry of Health did not report how the infection occurred, but stated that it contained the epidemic and awaited the animal vaccination campaign.
In 2022, in addition to the youth, four people from Bertópolis (MG) died of rabies, including all teenagers and indigenous children.
Rabies cases in Brazil have been sporadic. According to the Ministry of Health data, 45 cases have been recorded with only two treatments since 2010. No cases have been recorded in the Federal District in the past 12 years.
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The disease caused by the rabies virus is a zoonosis that can affect many mammals, primarily dogs, cats, bats, foxes, wild dogs and marmosets.
It is transmitted to humans by biting, scratching or licking through the saliva of infected animals. It is almost always fatal, causing progressive inflammation of the brain (encephalitis).
rabies vaccine
Annual rabies vaccination of dogs and cats on national territory has been the main strategy in combating the disease since 1973. Only 11 dogs were diagnosed positively in 2020.
The goal is to keep at least 80% of the dog population vaccinated, but coverage is dwindling as some immunization campaigns are suspended due to the outbreak. Covid-19.
When a case is suspected, all dogs and cats within a radius of at least 5 kilometers from the scene must be vaccinated within 72 hours.
how to avoid
Never touch bats or other wild animals, especially when lying on the ground or in unusual situations. Also, do not approach dogs or cats without a trainer, and do not touch them while they are feeding, sleeping or accompanying their kittens.
What if I get infected?
In the event of an accident with animals, it is recommended to wash the wound immediately with soap and water and seek care as soon as possible. Treatment is post-exposure prophylaxis with vaccine or serum administration. If measures are not taken quickly, the disease begins – and the chances of survival are low.
Source: Tec Mundo
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