Rabies occurs in more than 150 countries and territories.
It is the number 1 killer among all zoonotic diseases–diseases spread from animals to humans
More than 59,00 deaths a year – more than 95% in Asia & Africa.
Almost 50% of rabies deaths are among children under the age of 15.
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