World Rabies Day: September 28th
Author: Benigna G. Namara Institutional affiliation: Uganda Public health fellowship program, Uganda National Institute of Public Health, Kampala, Uganda *Correspondence: Email: benignamara@uniph.go.ug Tel: +256782882261
The global community will observe the World Rabies Day on September 28th; to raise awareness about the devastating impact of rabies, a preventable zoonotic commonly transmitted to humans through bites from infected dogs.
With millions of people and animals affected by rabies each year, this day serves as a platform to promote education, vaccination campaigns, and responsible pet ownership.
World Rabies Day 2023 represents an opportunity for individuals, communities, and organizations worldwide to unite in their commitment to achieving a rabies-free future.
