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Protection against rabies, a serious viral infection transmitted through bites or scratches from infected animals.
Rabies is a serious viral infection that affects the brain and nervous system and is usually transmitted through bites or scratches from infected animals, especially dogs. Once symptoms begin, the infection is almost always fatal without urgent medical treatment.
Rabies spreads through saliva from infected animals, usually by bites, scratches, or broken skin exposed to contaminated saliva during contact.
Symptoms may include fever, headache, confusion, muscle spasms, difficulty swallowing, and nervous system complications once infection develops.
Rabies risk is higher in parts of Asia, Africa, and Central and South America where infected animals and stray dogs are more common.
Avoid contact with wild or stray animals, and consider vaccination before travel to regions where access to urgent medical treatment may be limited.
Initial dose before travel begins
Second dose given 7 days later
Final dose given after 21 or 28 days
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Helpful information about rabies vaccination and travel protection.
It is recommended for travellers visiting high-risk regions, especially those spending time outdoors, working with animals, or travelling to remote areas.
Rabies spreads through saliva from infected animals, most commonly through bites or scratches from dogs or other mammals.
Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms develop, making prevention and urgent treatment after exposure extremely important.
The pre-exposure course consists of three doses given over several weeks before travel.
Vaccination helps provide protection and buys valuable time for medical treatment, but urgent medical assessment is still required after any animal exposure.
Yes, appointments are available depending on availability, and early vaccination is strongly recommended whenever possible.
Book your rabies vaccination and travel with confidence to higher-risk destinations.
