Focus of Rabies Control Strategy Now on Cats, Says S’wak Minister

Focus of rabies control strategy now on cats, says S’wak minister

Sarawak deputy premier Dr Sim Kui Hian says half of the rabies cases reported in the state are from bites and scratches involving cats.

Sarawak studies tougher rabies control as cat infections pose growing challenge

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Rabies fight in S’wak hinges on public vigilance as cat-linked infections rise

By Amanda L KUCHING, Mar 22: Efforts to curb rabies in Sarawak will depend heavily on collective public vigilance and action, as infections linked to cats now account for half of reported cases. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the shift in transmission patterns, from predominantly stray dogs to cats, underscores the need for stronger community participation alongside government measures. “Half of the infections now come from cats,…