Groundbreaking Rabies Vaccination Campaign in Cambodia Inoculates Nearly 230K Canines

Significant Rabies Vaccination Achievements

This bold initiative spanned two weeks and culminated in the vaccination of 229,488 dogs in Cambodia. Such figures highlight a critical step forward in the fight against rabies, with the program being part of the National Strategic Plan for Rabies Control and Elimination. Through dedicated teams visiting house to house, this campaign aimed to address the alarming rates of rabies in the region.

Mission Rabies Project Goals

• The campaign was executed from October 21 to November 4, 2024.
• Over 300 teams operational in Phnom Penh, Kandal, and Battambang.
• Aiming to vaccinate 70% of the dog population to significantly reduce rabies transmission.

Community Education and Outreach

The Mission Rabies project not only involved vaccination but also emphasized education on rabies prevention. Through visits to schools and community centers, they aimed to increase awareness about rabies dangers and the necessity of dog vaccination.

Impact of Canine Vaccination

With dogs accounting for up to 99% of human rabies cases, the campaign’s success will potentially save the lives of many children in Cambodia. The importance of managing rabies through vigorous vaccination campaigns in highly affected areas cannot be overstated.