What Is Rabies?
7. Who’s At Risk
Anybody who is exposed to infected animals is at risk of catching the virus themselves. However, the virus is rare in many parts of the word meaning the chances of people living there being exposed are almost zero. The same cannot be said for people living in some other parts of the world, however. Rabies is most often found in Africa and Southeast Asia.
People who travel to these parts of the world are also at an increased risk of being bitten by a rabid animal. Also in a high risk category are people who go exploring where they are likely to come into contact with wild animals, especially bats. People who work in laboratories and other facilities where they may be exposed to the virus are also at a higher risk.
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