Rabies Outbreak in Sarpang Tar

Posted on: January 11th, 2020

11th January 2020: A case of rabies in one utility dog was reported in Sarpang Tar under Shompangkha Gewog in Sarpang on 9th January 2020.

The case was confirmed through rapid antibody detection test by TVH&SL, Gelephu.

The dog has bitten 2 human who are currently undergoing post-exposure prophylaxis and 4 pups which are under observation.