PAKISTAN REPORTS SIGNIFICANT RISE IN DOG BITE CASES
1. ISLAMABAD: A significant rise in dog bites cases was recorded across Pakistan, last week, ARY News reported on Monday, citing NIH sources.
The recent surge in dog bite cases across Pakistan, with a total of 7,815 reported last week, is indeed alarming. The high number of cases, particularly in Punjab and Sindh, underscores the urgent need for better management and control of the stray dog population. The tragic incident in Pakpattan, where a seven-month-old baby was mauled to death by a stray dog, further highlights the severe consequences of this issue.
Addressing this problem requires a comprehensive approach, including increased efforts in vaccination, sterilization of stray animals, public awareness campaigns, and improved response mechanisms for such incidents. Public health authorities and local governments need to collaborate to develop and implement effective strategies to protect citizens and prevent future tragedies.
