Matiari: Awareness Seminar, Walk, and Free Vaccination Camp on World Rabies Day
Matiari organized various awareness activities on World Rabies Day, led by the district administration, health, and livestock departments. These initiatives aimed to educate the public about rabies prevention.
Awareness Seminar
An informative seminar was held at the DHO (District Health Office) in Matiari, chaired by Dr. Zahid Sadar, DHO. Medical professionals, paramedics, and civil society representatives attended. Dr. Sadar highlighted the availability of rabies vaccines at nine Anti-Rabies Centers across the district. He advised the public to wash dog bites immediately with clean water and soap for 15 minutes and then seek vaccination at the nearest center.
Awareness Walk
Following the seminar, a walk raising awareness about rabies was conducted.
Free Vaccination Camp
The livestock department also organized an anti-rabies awareness walk led by Assistant Commissioner Dr. Mazahir, accompanied by high-ranking officers from the livestock and veterinary departments. They emphasized the importance of vaccinating dogs against rabies, ensuring the availability of vaccines at the department.
A free rabies vaccination camp was held at the government veterinary hospital in Matiari, offering vaccinations for pet animals.