World Rabies Day 2024: Knowing The Myths Related To Rabies

Myth 1: Rabies Is Only A Dog Disease

Although dogs are the carriers, rabies can be caused by all types of animals, including cats, bats, and humans.

Myth 2: You Can Tell If An Animal Has Rabies By Its Behaviour

Not all animals will develop symptoms, some may behave normally initially.

Myth 3: Rabies Is Treatable After Symptoms Appear

By the time symptoms appear, rabies is almost fatal. It is important to get vaccinated soon after exposure.

Myth 4: Only Wild Animals Can Transmit Rabies

Pets, especially unvaccinated pets, can also carry and spread the disease.

Myth 5: Rabies Can Be Contracted Through Air

Rabies is spread through the bite or scratch of an infected animal, not through the air.

Myth 6: Vaccination Is Necessary For Pets Living In Rural Areas

All animals, regardless of location, should be vaccinated against infectious diseases like rabies.

Myth 7: Once Vaccinated, Pets Don't Need Booster Shots

Regular vaccination is important to maintain immunity against rabies.

Myth 8: Rabies Is A Disease Of Developing Countries

Rabies occurs worldwide, including developed countries. It poses a risk to humans and animals.

Myth 9: You Can Get Rabies From Consuming Meat

Rabies is only spread through bites or saliva of infected animals. Eating meat cannot infect you with rabies.

Myth 10: There's No Need For Concern If Bitten By A Familiar Pet

Even healthy and familiar animals can carry rabies unless they are vaccinated;