Rabies Deaths in Sindh Rise to 40 This Year

For context, the number of rabies-related deaths in Sindh has reached 40 this year after a man in his 70s died at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) in Karachi.

Key points

• The death follows two recent cases involving a 38-year-old man from Diplo in Tharparkar and a 12-year-old boy from Hyderabad, both of whom died from rabies.
• JPMC has documented over 11, 000 dog bite cases and 10 rabies-related deaths so far this year, including the latest fatality.
• According to authorities, the victim, a resident of Baldia Town, was bitten by a dog more than three weeks ago but did not seek preventive treatment.
• Health experts say plenty of cases remain unreported as some patients rely on home remedies or faith healers instead of seeking medical treatment.
• Although dog bites are the leading cause of rabies infections, the virus can additionally spread through bites from infected wild animals.

According to authorities, the victim, a resident of Baldia Town, was bitten by a dog more than three weeks ago but did not seek preventive treatment. Rawalpindi's Rs. 35 Billion Water Project Gets Completion Deadline.

Notably, the death follows two recent cases involving a 38-year-old man from Diplo in Tharparkar and a 12-year-old boy from Hyderabad, both of whom died from rabies.

Health experts say plenty of cases remain unreported as some patients rely on home remedies or faith healers instead of seeking medical treatment. They have pressed greater public awareness, humane measures to control the dog population, and better access to treatment at hospitals. Another Suspected Rabies Case Documented in Karachi.

Experts warn that rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms develop. Nevertheless, immediate wound cleaning, timely vaccination, and rabies immunoglobulin when needed can prevent the disease after exposure. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover. Follow on Google News Join WhatsApp. See more ProPakistani stories in Google Search and Top Stories.

Taken together, the developments around rabies Deaths in Sindh Rise to 40 This Year point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.