Be Aware: World Rabies Day

Today is World Rabies Day. Each year since 2007 this event is celebrated across the globe. Dog lovers or not, must be aware of the effect of being infected with rabies once bitten by a dog. But the man’s best friend isn’t the sole culprit of the fatal disease—the virus can be transmitted to humans by other mammals infected with rabies.

Working Together to Make Rabies History, the slogan of World Rabies Day, should also become our advocacy. Everyone can take part in preventing the spread of the virus. You can watch a video for you have a glimpse of WRD’s advocacy and what are being done in fighting rabies of worldwide.

In the Philippines, the government acted on this harrowing problem by encouraging people to have their dogs vaccinated through the city veterinary office where anti-rabies vaccine is given for free. It cost nothing to protect your pet, family, and others, whereas negligence can cost a great loss—life.

Awareness is the first step in fighting and living in a rabies-free world. Do your share. As a blogger, you can write about this event and link to the website of World Rabies Day. Action makes success a reality. Through the website, you can also download materials like brochure and presentation that you can distribute to others. And don’t forget to have your dog vaccinated yearly (in the Philippines) or depending on what the law required in your country.


More Resources for a Free-rabies Community

Alliance for Rabies Control another organization helping eradicate the fatal disease.
Rabies Facts
Prevent Dog Bites