Jaipur: Aiming at bringing deaths caused by rabies to zero, the health department has prepared a state action plan for elimination of rabies by 2030. This plan, launched by additional chief secretary (health) Shubhra Singh on Wednesday, envisages preventing deaths due to this disease by ensuring timely access for post-exposure prophylaxis for all victims of animal bite.
The state government will ensure a minimum 70% of vaccination coverage among dogs in a defined geographical area targeted for rabies elimination in a phase-wise manner, said officials. Measures will also be taken to prevent rabies in dogs and humans.
Responsible dog ownership would be promoted, and routine mass dog vaccination of dogs would be conducted. For humans, steps for dog bite prevention, wound washing, and post-exposure prophylaxis (treatment for someone who may have been exposed to rabies) would be enhanced.
“According to a survey by World Health Organisation, about 20,000 people die every year due to rabies in India. Of these, 91.5 percent are caused by dog bites. Keeping this in mind, the state government has prepared a State Action Plan with the help of the health department, animal husbandry department, the municipal corporations, and the technical partner institute PATH,” said Singh.
As per this plan, a coordination committee of various supporting departments will be formed under the chairmanship of administrative officers at the state, district and local levels, and various activities will be organised to control and create public awareness on the causes of rabies, and the disease will be eradicated in a phased manner.
In the first phase (2023-25), awareness will be created, and centres for data collection and call centres would be set up, training of paramedical and para veterinaries will be conducted, and the action plan at the district levels will be prepared. The availability of vaccines for dogs and their vaccination will also be ensured, as per the plan.
In the second phase (2025-27), strengthening of surveillance systems for detection of rabies, registration of pet animals, counting of animals carrying rabies, and the creation of rabies-free zones are to be done.
In the final phase (2028-30), the respective districts are to be declared rabies free.
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The state government will ensure a minimum 70% of vaccination coverage among dogs in a defined geographical area targeted for rabies elimination in a phase-wise manner, said officials. Measures will also be taken to prevent rabies in dogs and humans.
Responsible dog ownership would be promoted, and routine mass dog vaccination of dogs would be conducted. For humans, steps for dog bite prevention, wound washing, and post-exposure prophylaxis (treatment for someone who may have been exposed to rabies) would be enhanced.
“According to a survey by World Health Organisation, about 20,000 people die every year due to rabies in India. Of these, 91.5 percent are caused by dog bites. Keeping this in mind, the state government has prepared a State Action Plan with the help of the health department, animal husbandry department, the municipal corporations, and the technical partner institute PATH,” said Singh.
As per this plan, a coordination committee of various supporting departments will be formed under the chairmanship of administrative officers at the state, district and local levels, and various activities will be organised to control and create public awareness on the causes of rabies, and the disease will be eradicated in a phased manner.
In the first phase (2023-25), awareness will be created, and centres for data collection and call centres would be set up, training of paramedical and para veterinaries will be conducted, and the action plan at the district levels will be prepared. The availability of vaccines for dogs and their vaccination will also be ensured, as per the plan.
In the second phase (2025-27), strengthening of surveillance systems for detection of rabies, registration of pet animals, counting of animals carrying rabies, and the creation of rabies-free zones are to be done.
In the final phase (2028-30), the respective districts are to be declared rabies free.
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Rabies vaccine in evening too
The BMC in Mumbai has extended the hours for rabies vaccination at its municipal clinics from 9am to 4pm to 4pm to 10pm. In Chennai, the mayor has urged residents to get vaccinated against rabies, emphasizing the importance of the vaccine and reporting dog menaces. In Tuticorin, a rabies awareness camp has been launched to reduce deaths from rabies, with sufficient stock of vaccines available. In Delhi, schools have been directed to create awareness about rabies and dog bite protocols among students to promote responsible behavior.
The BMC in Mumbai has extended the hours for rabies vaccination at its municipal clinics from 9am to 4pm to 4pm to 10pm. In Chennai, the mayor has urged residents to get vaccinated against rabies, emphasizing the importance of the vaccine and reporting dog menaces. In Tuticorin, a rabies awareness camp has been launched to reduce deaths from rabies, with sufficient stock of vaccines available. In Delhi, schools have been directed to create awareness about rabies and dog bite protocols among students to promote responsible behavior.
Health minister launches rabies awareness camp
On World Rabies Day, Minister for Health and Family Welfare Ma Subramanian launched a rabies awareness camp in Tuticorin. The government aims to reduce rabies deaths this year, and has stocked up on vaccines and antivenom snake vaccine in hospitals and health centers. The minister emphasized the importance of seeking treatment after a dog bite and urged people to be aware that other animals can also transmit rabies. The vaccines must be taken in four sittings over 28 days. In a separate development, Delhi schools have been instructed to educate students about rabies and how to handle dog bites. Chennai’s mayor also appealed to residents to take rabies vaccines and report dog menaces to the authorities.
On World Rabies Day, Minister for Health and Family Welfare Ma Subramanian launched a rabies awareness camp in Tuticorin. The government aims to reduce rabies deaths this year, and has stocked up on vaccines and antivenom snake vaccine in hospitals and health centers. The minister emphasized the importance of seeking treatment after a dog bite and urged people to be aware that other animals can also transmit rabies. The vaccines must be taken in four sittings over 28 days. In a separate development, Delhi schools have been instructed to educate students about rabies and how to handle dog bites. Chennai’s mayor also appealed to residents to take rabies vaccines and report dog menaces to the authorities.
Chennai mayor appeals to residents to take rabies vaccine
Chennai mayor R Priya urges residents to get vaccinated against rabies, emphasizing the importance of the vaccine as even small dog bites can lead to infection. She also highlights the need for veterinary workers to use safety gear while catching dogs and encourages people to report dog menaces to the authorities. The mayor reveals that 23,516 stray dogs have been caught and sterilized in Chennai since 2022.
Chennai mayor R Priya urges residents to get vaccinated against rabies, emphasizing the importance of the vaccine as even small dog bites can lead to infection. She also highlights the need for veterinary workers to use safety gear while catching dogs and encourages people to report dog menaces to the authorities. The mayor reveals that 23,516 stray dogs have been caught and sterilized in Chennai since 2022.
