Rabies Watch

10/21/2026

Step 3: Active immunization

Do you know what rabies vaccines really do? 💉

They provide active immunization, your body’s own defense against rabies. How? Vaccines contain an inactivated virus that stimulates your immune system to produce long-term protection.
This protection lowers the risk of the virus entering peripheral nerves after a bite from a rabid animal.

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10/14/2026

We recently talked about the first step of PEP.

Now, let’s look at Step 2: Passive immunization.

How does this work?

It works by giving you immediate protection against the rabies virus at the wound site. Timely administration of HRIG (human rabies immunoglobulin) provides this protection against rabies in unvaccinated individuals.

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10/07/2026

Have you ever heard of PEP?

PEP stands for postexposure prophylaxis, which are the steps taken after a possible rabies exposure.

Step 1: Thorough wound washing and flushing.

Why does this matter?

Cleaning the wound with soap and water (and/or virucidal agents) helps reduce the amount of virus at the site.

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10/01/2026

Longer days often mean more time spent outdoors.

Activities involving nature, such as camping, hiking or jogging in rural areas, can increase the chances of coming into contact with wild animals.

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05/13/2026

Rabies can make animals act strangely.
Aggression, excessive drooling, or appearing unusually tame are warning signs.
Stay safe, avoid contact with wild animals.

👉 Learn what to do if exposure happens:

Important and urgent postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) steps to take if you someone else has been exposed to the rabies virus.

04/29/2026

Rabies exposure can happen in unexpected ways. 🐾

Did you know that a bite from wildlife or an unvaccinated animal--even another pet--can put your pet in danger?

✔ Keeping their rabies vaccine current can help avoid long quarantines and unnecessary risk.
✔ It’s a practical way to protect your family.

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04/08/2026

Can rabies be treated?
That's an important question with an even more important answer.
Rabies is preventable through prophylactic measures, but once clinical signs start to develop, there is no proven effective treatment.
Awareness is critical!
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How is rabies transmitted to humans and which animals are the biggest threats