Chile scrie istorie în lupta cu rabia | Este prima țară din America de Sud care elimină transmiterea bolii de la câini la oameni

Chile has officially eliminated rabies transmission from dogs to humans, becoming the first South American country to achieve this milestone. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognized this achievement, highlighting Chile's long-term commitment to public health measures. The last reported case of rabies in Chile occurred in 1972, and since then, extensive vaccination and monitoring programs have been implemented. Community involvement played a crucial role in these efforts, with door-to-door vaccination campaigns and public education initiatives. The success in Chile serves as a model for other countries aiming to eradicate rabies, as the Americas have seen a significant decline in rabies cases since 1983. Rabies remains a global health concern, causing nearly 60,000 deaths annually, primarily from dog bites, but effective prevention methods are available.