Rabies

Why is Rabies Rare in Europe but Still Common in Parts of Asia and Africa? The Numbers Behind the Difference

Why is a disease as ancient as rabies still a major public health crisis in some parts of the world while it’s nearly eradicated in others? This article explores the complex factors, from wildlife vaccination programs to managing street dog populations, that explain the massive disparity in rabies prevalence between Europe and parts of Asia and Africa.

Rabies

Rabies: Economic and Financial Burden: The Surprising Cost of a Preventable Disease

Rabies claims 59,000 lives each year and inflicts an $8.6 billion global economic burden—yet it is almost 100% preventable. Discover why investing in mass canine vaccination ($1.75 per dog) is vastly more cost-effective than post-exposure treatment ($163 per human course), and how reaching 70% dog vaccination coverage can eliminate transmission once and for all.

Illustration of the history of rabies featuring a dog, rabies virus, vaccine and timeline of major milestones.

Rabies, History

History of Rabies Virus: The Remarkable Journey From Ancient Disease to Modern Vaccination

Explore the remarkable history of rabies, from ancient descriptions of the deadly disease to Louis Pasteur’s groundbreaking vaccine and the modern fight to eliminate rabies worldwide.