World Rabies Day – Raising Awareness and Understanding the Science Behind Rabies Prevention
Today is World Rabies Day , an annual observance aimed at raising awareness about rabies prevention and control. Rabies is a viral disease that affects both animals and humans, and it remains a serious public health issue in many parts of the world. At Simplifying School, we believe that education plays a crucial role in understanding and preventing diseases like rabies, and today, we’ll explore the science behind rabies and what we can do to help stop its spread. What is Rabies? Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system of mammals, including humans. It is caused by the rabies virus , which is transmitted through the saliva of infected animals, typically through bites or scratches. Once symptoms appear, rabies is almost always fatal, making prevention and early intervention critical. Common carriers of the rabies virus include: Dogs (the primary source of transmission to humans) Bats Raccoons Foxes Skunks Symptoms of Rabies In humans, rabies symptoms can t...