Halting the spread of rabies is a community effort

By REVATHI MURUGAPPAN

Cats are becoming increasingly responsible for the spread of rabies among humans in Sarawak, thus requiring them to be vaccinated against this virus. — Photos: AZMAN GHANI/The Star

Don’t mess with rabies, a viral disease that affects the nervous system, causing inflammation of the brain and spinal cord.

Although the virus is completely preventable through vaccination and proper care, once symptoms appear, it is 100% fatal.

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