The ASEAN Rabies Elimination Strategy (ARES) provides a strategic framework for the reduction and elimination of rabies in the Association of Southeast Asia Nations Member States (AMS) .
The close proximity of multiple rabies deaths in a local wild dog pack is causing officials to worry about the potential for increased transmission to wildlife that roam South Africa’s Kruger National Park, one of the largest wild game reserves in Africa.
A recent research study shows that puppies younger than 3 months can be effectively vaccinated against rabies in endemic countries. The simpler rule of vaccinating all dogs, including the youngest puppies, therefore, could have a significant impact on rabies transmission rates and the effectiveness of rabies control campaigns.
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Dr. Melvin Abelseth, a distinguished rabies researcher and expert, passed away peacefully on July 11 2015 at the age of 91.
Recent research findings of relevance to GARC's mission and community
The relaxing of EU regulations surrounding the cross-border transport of dogs from rabies-endemic areas has led to an increased number of under-vaccinated dogs arriving in Norway, according to a recent study led by the Oslo-based Norwegian Veterinary Institute.
A newly published WHO report finds that most neglected zoonotic diseases can be controlled through the use of existing knowledge and tools.
Recent news reports from Bali indicate that human deaths from the rabies virus are on the rise again.
Conference attendees were updated on the latest developments in dog population management and acquired several new tools and resources to assist in monitoring and evaluating dog population campaigns.