Bhutan becomes first in South-East Asia to wipe out dog-spread rabies
The World Health Organization has officially confirmed that Bhutan is the first nation in the South-East Asia region to successfully eradicate dog-transmitted rabies as a public health concern. This milestone, revealed on September 4, 2026, was reached by utilizing Bhutan's consistent One Health strategy. This method combined efforts across human, animal, and environmental sectors, featuring organized monitoring, widespread canine vaccinations, and the availability of post-exposure treatments.
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