Rabies Statistics

Rabies KILLS!!

RABIES is a deadly infection that affects the brain and is caused by a virus that is transmitted through the saliva of an infected animal. Over 98% of cases occur following a dog bite.

Rabies remains INCURABLE but 100% PREVENTABLE.

When exposed or bitten, it is BEST to:

1. Wash the bite wound with soap and running water for at 

     least 10 minutes.

2.  Get vaccinated right away. (Post- Exposure Prophylaxis or   

     PEP)

3.  Feed and observe the biting animal for 2 weeks.

The bites that necessitate PEP are by dogs, cats, wild animals (monkeys, bats, etc.), and livestock (pigs, cattle, goats, sheep, etc.)

Bites by rodents, reptiles, fowl, and fishes 

DO NOT NEED Anti-rabies vaccination.

Prevention is the ONLY protection.

Be aware. Get vaccinated. 

Keep Davao City clean, happy, and safe.