Rabies is a virus that attacks the central nervous system. This article explains how it’s transmitted, what it looks like, and what to do if you’re bitten by an animal that might be infected.

Rabies is a preventable viral disease of mammals usually transmitted through the bite of an infected animal. Learn about rabies, how it spreads, who is at risk and how it is treated.

Jun 20, 2024 · Rabies Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) includes wound washing, human rabies immune globulin (HRIG), and a four-dose series of vaccines. Never administer HRIG and the …

Jan 10, 2024 · Rabies is caused by viruses in the Lyssavirus genus. At first, the virus replicates in non-neural tissues near the site where it entered the body. During this time—the prodrome—it …

Nov 2, 2021 · Rabies is a deadly virus spread to people from the saliva of infected animals. The rabies virus is usually transmitted through a bite. Animals most likely to transmit rabies in the …

Nov 2, 2021 · Cats, dogs and ferrets that bite can be observed for 10 days to see if they show signs and symptoms of rabies. If the animal that bit you remains healthy during the …

Jun 11, 2024 · Nearly 1 million Americans receive medical attention for an animal bite each year, some of which require rabies-related medical care. Your state or local health department can …

Rabies is an illness you get from an infection with the RABV virus. It causes symptoms like seizures, hallucinations and paralysis. The most common way to get rabies is through bat …

Sep 14, 2021 · Animals with rabies transfer the virus to other animals and humans via a scratch or saliva following a bite. However, any contact with the mucous membranes or an open …