Rabies virus
| Last Modified: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 14:54:12 IST | |
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| Disease name | Rabies virus |
| Animal Health Law Category if applicable | B, D, E |
| Species affected | Multiple(not specified) |
| Description | Rabies is a viral disease that affects all mammals, including humans. Certain species are considered reservoir hosts (dogs, foxes, raccoons, skunks), with other affected species considered dead end hosts. Rabies causes severe nervous system disease, and once clinical signs develop it is invariably fatal. A vaccine is available for dogs, cats and ferrets to prevent rabies. |
| Status in Ireland | Absent |
| Date of Last known case of disease in Ireland | 1903 |
| DAFM Division Responsible | NDCC |
| Contact | ndcc@agriculture.gov.ie |
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| Notifiable in Ireland | Yes |
| WOAH Listed | Yes |
| WOAH Link | https://www.woah.org/en/disease/rabies/ |
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