Rabies causes 16 deaths in South Africa, mostly affecting children

Rabies has resulted in 16 deaths in South Africa this year, with children under 15 years old comprising 75% of the fatalities. This information was shared by Dr. Didi Classen, a veterinary pathologist, on World Rabies Day. The high impact on children highlights the ongoing public health challenge posed by rabies in the country.

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