Rabies - Russia

Rabies – Russia

February 22, 2022
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A man in the Arnan area of Khakassia Russia was infected with rabies.

The man was bitten by a mouse that was later taught and diagnosed as having rabies after examining the brain of the rodent.

Symptoms of the case were not listed. The main was receiving injections for treatment.

Health officials are reminding the public to have their pets vaccinated for rabies, in the Arban district rabies vaccination for pets is mandatory.Rabies is a viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain in humans and other mammals. Early symptoms can include fever and tingling at the site of exposure. These symptoms are followed by one or more of the following symptoms: violent movements, uncontrolled excitement, fear of water, an inability to move parts of the body, confusion, and ultimately loss of consciousness. Once symptoms appear, the result is nearly always death.

The time period between contracting the disease and the start of symptoms is usually one to three months, but can vary from less than one week to more than one year.

Rabies is present in more than 150 countries and on all continents but Antarctica. It is very important to have your pets vaccinated and avoid contact with wild animals.

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