Q. With reference to rabies, which of the following observations is/are correct?
Rabies is a vaccine-preventable, zoonotic, viral disease caused by the RABV virus.
Rabies is present on all continents except Antarctica, with over 95% of human deaths occurring in Asia and Africa.
Rabies can be treated effectively with antibiotics.
Select the correct option from the codes given below: Answer:
Only two
Notes:
Rabies is a vaccine-preventable, zoonotic, viral disease caused by the RABV virus. Correct: Rabies is a vaccine-preventable, zoonotic, viral disease caused by the RABV virus. It primarily affects the central nervous system, leading to severe brain disease and death if medical care is not received before symptoms start.
Rabies is present on all continents except Antarctica, with over 95% of human deaths occurring in Asia and Africa. Correct: Rabies is present on all continents except Antarctica, with over 95% of human deaths occurring in Asia and Africa. It is one of the neglected tropical diseases (NTD) that predominantly affects already marginalized, poor, and vulnerable populations.
Rabies can be treated effectively with antibiotics. Incorrect: Rabies cannot be treated with antibiotics, as it is a viral infection and requires immediate post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) to prevent the onset of symptoms.