Rabies prevention post bite steps do not apply to laboratory rodents, i.e., rats, mice, rabbits, or hamsters. If possible, direct handling of wild animals or any animals suspected of being infected ...

“Rabies is a fatal but preventable viral disease. It can be spread to people and pets through the bites and scratches of an infected animal,” the health department said in a Facebook post.

also says that ninety-nine percent of rabies cases among humans are caused by dog bites and scratches. Despite this, there are still those who underestimate the dangers of animal bites and fail to ...

MANILA, Philippines — In line with the National Rabies Awareness Month, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) on Tuesday encouraged its members to seek medical consultation ...