Sarawak targets 50,000 dogs vaccinated annually to achieve rabies-free goal by 2030

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Sarawak aims to vaccinate 50,000 dogs annually to achieve a rabies-free state by 2030. Tamin assemblyman Christopher Gira Sambang highlighted the 'One Health' approach, encompassing vaccination, population control, licensing, education, and law enforcement. Since 2017, Sarawak has recorded 82 human rabies cases with 75 fatalities, alongside over 52,000 dog bites and 43,000 cat bites. A recent vaccination program in Selangau, part of ongoing efforts, saw continued commitment from the government and related agencies. As of October 2024, 13,757 dogs have been vaccinated.