World Rabies Day with One Health Approach in Iran
Introduction: Rabies is a deadly viral disease that persists in many countries, causing mortality in both humans and animals. Raising public awareness is crucial for rabies control, and World Rabies Day serves as an annual platform to educate communities and promote strategies for the prevention...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Pasteur Institute of Iran
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Journal of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases |
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| Online Access: | https://jommid.pasteur.ac.ir/article-1-712-en.html |
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| Summary: | Introduction: Rabies is a deadly viral disease that persists in many
countries, causing mortality in both humans and animals. Raising public
awareness is crucial for rabies control, and World Rabies Day serves as an
annual platform to educate communities and promote strategies for the
prevention and eventual elimination of this disease globally. This study
aimed to evaluate the impact of the World Rabies Day conference, held on
September 28, 2024, which adopted a One Health approach to coordinate the
activities of the Ministry of Health, the Veterinary Organization, and the
WHO Collaborating Center for Reference and Research on Rabies. The
conference aimed to disseminate information and enhance the capacity of
targeted health professionals across Iran to implement effectively rabies
control strategies. Conference structure and highlights: This conference
was conducted in a hybrid format, featuring both in-person and online
sessions. Participants could attend either in person or virtually via webinar.
Key topics discussed included rabies virology and pathogenesis,
epidemiology, the roles of veterinary organizations and the Iranian CDC,
education and prevention strategies, treatment protocols, and virus detection
methods. The insights gained from this scientific event are expected to
inform policy decisions and guide the efforts of health authorities and
relevant organizations in effectively controlling rabies in Iran.
Conclusion/impact: Raising awareness about rabies virus virulence and the
importance of rabies control within both medical and veterinary fields is
crucial for achieving elimination goals. By providing targeted training to
health professionals and educating the public, the conference and the broader
One Health approach can contribute to significant progress towards rabies
control and eventual elimination in Iran. This integrated approach fosters
collaboration and strengthens the capacity for effective rabies prevention and
control measures. |
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| ISSN: | 2345-5349 2345-5330 |