In Ukraine, the number of rabies cases among animals has increased, the Ministry of Health forecasts an increase in the number of animal bites and appeals for anti-rabies assistance.
This was reported by Health Minister Viktor Lyashko during a meeting of the state commission on technogenic and environmental safety and emergency situations (TES and emergencies).
“There are more and more cases of rabies among animals in the country. As a consequence, an increase in the number of animal bites and people seeking anti-rabies help is possible,” the Ministry of Health said on its website.
The Ministry notes that local authorities together with the State Service for Consumer Rights Protection must take urgent measures to vaccinate and capture animals.
