World ​Rabies Day 2024: Eliminating Rabies from Thailand

Event activities will ‌include a ⁤discussion on eliminating rabies from⁤ Thailand, a ⁤show of ​military dog talents, exhibitions,⁤ and giveaway activities by the units⁢ of the network, and anti-rabies vaccination‌ in animals. Additionally, sterilization surgery for dogs⁤ and cats‍ and vaccinations to prevent various​ infectious ​diseases in⁣ dogs and cats will be provided for free.

Dr. Apichat Vachiraphan, Deputy Director⁢ General of the Department of​ Disease Control, emphasized ‍the importance of communicating to the public to have a correct understanding of rabies. He ⁤stated that rabies ⁤is still a major problem, and every patient who shows symptoms must die.

To prevent rabies, it is essential to ​take immediate action‍ when an animal bites, scratches,⁢ or licks​ a wound. Wash the wound with clean water ‍and soap several times, gently washing the wound for at least 15 minutes. Then, ⁣dry ‍with⁤ Betadine antiseptic and consult ​a doctor immediately ​to receive a full rabies vaccination as prescribed by your ⁤doctor. Additionally, quarantine‌ dogs‌ or cats that bite, scratch, or lick to observe ​symptoms for at least⁤ 10 days.

Responsible⁣ pet ownership is crucial in ‍preventing ⁢the spread of rabies. Ensure all pets ‌are‌ vaccinated against rabies every year, and implement birth control measures to avoid overpopulation ‌of cats and dogs. If​ you find animals‍ that are sick, dead, abnormal, or suspected of having rabies, send them for testing to livestock in the area.⁢ For ‌more ⁢information, contact the Department ⁢of‍ Disease Control Hotline at 1422.