Penang on rabies alert


GEORGE TOWN: Penang has been declared a rabies-infected area after two cases were reported in the state, in north Seberang Prai and Balik Pulau.

Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng (pic) said the Veterinary Department has been authorised to capture and dispose of stray dogs to curb the spread of the disease in the state.

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