Posted April 2, 2014 as of 6:00pm
Written by
Jay-ar Arante
The
Provincial Health Office is worried of a possible spread of rabies this summer
season.
According
to the agency, rabies usually attacks on the onset of summer where dogs tend to
be irritable because of extreme heat.
With this,
the PHO reminds the public, particularly the parents to watch over their
children and to prevent them from playing with stray dogs especially those that
appears restless.
The health
agency also suggests having their pet dogs vaccinated to avoid the virus.
The PHO
also advised that when bitten the wound must be washed thoroughly with soap and
water.
The dog’s
movement and or condition must be observed for any signs of rabies infection
such as restlessness and or anxiousness until it dies.
Those who
were bitten must be brought to the nearest clinic or hospital for proper
medication.
Meanwhile,
in Boracay many stray dogs can still be observed roaming around, and may pose
danger to tourists and locals alike.
Translated
by Shelah Casiano
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