PASIR MAS, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia recorded seven deaths from rabies as of Oct 12 this year, with six cases in Sarawak and one in Kedah.
General : Seven Rabies Deaths Recorded In Malaysia This Year
DVS, rabies, dogs, deaths, vaccination, Dr Norhali
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Malaysia recorded seven rabies deaths this year, with cases in Sarawak and Kedah. Efforts to control the disease include dog vaccination and neutering.
- Seven rabies deaths were recorded in Malaysia as of Oct 12, with six in Sarawak and one in Kedah.
- Rabies cases were linked to bites from stray and pet dogs, with one victim in Kedah bitten while feeding a stray dog.
- Efforts to control rabies include vaccination, neutering, and culling of stray dogs in affected areas.
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