Ghana news briefing
9,456 Pets vaccinated in September rabies campaign
Collaboration Dr Allegye-Cudjoe called for stronger collaboration among the Veterinary Services Directorate, Ghana Health Service, MMDAs, civil society organisations, religious and traditional leaders, development partners and pet owners to strengthen efforts against rabies.
A total of 9,456 dogs and cats have been vaccinated under the September nationwide rabies vaccination campaign, with the Veterinary Services Directorate (VSD) targeting 40,000 pets by the end of the exercise.
The Chief Veterinary Officer said public education needed to be supported by action, particularly vaccination of dogs and cats, prompt treatment of animal bites and rejection of myths about rabies.
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