Prevention of Rabies: Handle Immediately After an Animal Bite
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In a statement released on World Rabies Day, Infectious Diseases Specialist Dr. Zeynep Banu Ramazanoğlu issued critical warnings, reminding people that the disease can be fatal once symptoms appear. She emphasized that animal bites, scratches, or contact with saliva should absolutely not be taken lightly, and stressed the importance of immediately washing the affected area with plenty of soap and water and seeking medical attention after contact.
In rabies, the disease is almost always fatal once symptoms begin. Specialist Dr. Yakup Demir states that after risky contact, the wound should be washed with soap and water for at least 15 minutes and a healthcare facility should be sought the same day.
When bitten by a dog, cat or animal, it is necessary to wash the wound immediately with soap and clean water, without self-treatment, and immediately visit a medical facility for preventive examination and advice on vaccination.Ministry of Health: Strengthening surveillance and limiting the lowest number of deaths due to the diseaseHo Chi Minh City: 5 deaths from rabies in the first 6 months of May Important progress in building a humane veterin…
After biting, scratching or salivating an animal on the skin, it is necessary to wash the affected area as quickly as possible with water and soap for at least 15 minutes and to turn to the trauma room.
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