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Rabies
Summary
A viral infection spread through bites, scratches or licks from infected animals. Once symptoms appear it is almost always fatal.
Transmitted via
- Animal bite, scratch or lick
Rabies attacks the central nervous system. It is most commonly transmitted by dogs, but bats, monkeys, cats and other mammals can also carry the virus. Rabies can be prevented by vaccination before travel and by prompt post-exposure treatment after...
Reported Rabies cases
References
Case data: WHO Global Health Observatory and national surveillance reports. Reported cases are known to underestimate the true burden, as many deaths are never laboratory-confirmed.
Rabies is present on every continent except Antarctica. Almost all human cases follow a bite or scratch from an infected dog, and most deaths occur in Asia and Africa. Once symptoms appear the disease is almost always fatal, so prompt wound care and...
How to prevent Rabies
References & Sources
Disclaimer: Last updated: July 2026 MAT-AU-2400650-V1.0 - Be sure to confirm all travel vaccination recommendations with your healthcare practitioner prior to travel