Bali ramps up rabies response after rabid dog attacks 15 climbers


Veterinarians neuter dogs during a free neutering in Denpasar, Bali in this file picture from Sept 29, 2024, to commemorate World Rabies Day every Sept 28. - Antara

DENPASAR: Bali health authorities have stepped up vigilance against rabies outbreak following reports that 15 climbers were bitten by a rabid dog along the Mt. Batukaru hiking trails in Pujungan village, Tabanan regency.

The aggressive dog was captured and euthanised by local authorities and subsequent laboratory analysis confirmed that the animal was infected with the rabies virus.

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