Health Ministry Warns of Suspected Rabies Case in Cat, Urges Contact Tracing
Translated & summarized from Alarab by baba
Israel's Ministry of Health reported a suspected rabies case in a cat found in Mashhad on October 25. The ministry is urging anyone who may have had contact with the animal or their pets to seek immediate medical attention. Residents are advised on immediate first aid and where to go for evaluation and treatment.
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- A cat in Mashhad is suspected of having rabies, the Ministry of Health announced Wednesday.
- The cat was found on October 25 in the Al-Baya'dar neighborhood of Mashhad.
- Individuals who may have had contact with the cat are urged to seek immediate medical attention.
- Pet owners are advised to consult veterinarians if their animals may have interacted with the cat.
- The ministry stressed immediate washing of bite or scratch areas with soap and water.
Israel's Ministry of Health announced on Wednesday a suspected case of rabies in a medium-sized white cat with orange spots. The cat was found on October 25 in the Al-Baya'dar neighborhood of the village of Mashhad. The ministry stated that no individuals have been identified as having had contact with the cat so far, and an epidemiological investigation is ongoing.
Residents who may have come into contact with the cat, or whose pets may have interacted with the suspected stray animal between October 12 and October 28, are urged to immediately visit the health office in Nazareth or their nearest health office. The ministry also advised parents to ensure their children do not interact with the cat or other stray animals. Pet owners whose animals might have had contact with the cat should consult their local veterinarian for guidance.
The ministry emphasized the importance of immediately washing any bite or scratch area with soap and running water for at least 10 to 15 minutes, followed by disinfection. Affected individuals should then promptly go to a health office to assess the need for preventative rabies treatment. For urgent cases outside of regular office hours or during weekends, individuals should proceed to a hospital emergency room. Contact numbers for the Nazareth health office were provided for inquiries, and appointments are not required.
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