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How to avoid rabies and what to do if you’re exposed while travelling

Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 18 June 2025 - Categories: Protecting the country's health, Travel
Young man wearing a hat and carrying a backpack seen from behind, in front of a street market

Rabies is a rare but deadly viral infection that affects the brain and nervous system. Human cases of rabies are extremely rare in the UK but the infection poses a risk to travellers visiting regions where the disease remains prevalent.

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