Extension
Date of this Version
2004
Abstract
Rabies is a deadly virus infection that can attack the central nervous system of most warm blooded animals, including humans. Rabies is a very old disease. The first recorded description of the disease dates from the 23rd century BC in Babylon. It was rampant in Europe in the 19th century and was carried to the Americas by animals on the early ships.
This NebFact describes rabies in animals and explains how people can protect themselves, as well as their pets or livestock from rabies exposure.
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