Livestock accelerates eradication of rabies in all areas in Thailand

Mr. Somchuan Veterinarian Rattana Mangkhalanon, Director-General of the Department of Livestock Development, said that in fiscal year 2023 from October 1, 2022 until 2023, Thailand found 121 samples of rabies in animals in 27 provinces, with 5 provinces having the highest outbreak of rabies in animals. namely Chonburi, Ubon Ratchathani, Chachoengsao, Songkhla and Sa Kaeo. Most of the infected animals were dogs (87%), followed by cattle (11%), goats, sheep (2%) and foxes (1%). 2 cases of rabies in Samut Prakan and Chonburi provinces. The Department of Livestock Development has urged agencies in all areas to watch out for protection. and control of rabies under the project of disease-free animals, safe people from rabies according to the resolution of Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Prince Chulabhorn Walailak Crown Princess Department by integrating with relevant agencies Proactive disease surveillance and building a network to cover all areas ...