: Even minor scratches or licks on broken skin can transmit rabies.
: Past immunisations do not ensure complete immunity unless up-to-date and complete. All exposures require medical assessment.
: A rabid dog is not always ferocious or abnormal in the early stages.
- Notify the local authorities of stray dog attacks to avert future attacks.
- Vaccinate the pets and do not interact with stray dogs.
The premature death of this 23-year-old Krishnagiri man is not only a private tragedy — it's also a public health wake-up call. Rabies kills stealthily but ruthlessly. No one should die from a disease we already know how to prevent. The message is unmistakable: Be serious about every dog bite, move quickly, and never omit the vaccine.
