A 75-year-old resident of Lyari has been diagnosed with rabies after being bitten by a dog, raising fresh concerns about stray dog attacks in Karachi.
According to media reports, the emergency in-charge at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre stated that the victim was bitten by a dog nearly three months ago and is currently under treatment at the hospital and is said to be in critical condition.
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Doctors said the patient did not receive timely preventive treatment after the dog bite.
What is Rabies?
Rabies is a deadly viral disease that affects the nervous system of humans and other mammals. The virus is usually transmitted through the bite, scratch, or saliva of an infected animal.
Health specialists explain that once rabies symptoms appear, the disease is almost 100 percent fatal. However, they stress that immediate medical care after a dog bite – known as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) – can prevent the infection and save lives.
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Karachi has reported multiple cases of dog bites in recent years, especially in densely populated areas.
Public health experts continue to urge citizens to seek immediate vaccination and medical attention after any animal bite to reduce the risk of rabies.
Authorities have also been advised to strengthen stray dog control measures and ensure the availability of anti-rabies vaccines in public hospitals.
