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Rabies health concerns for stray dog bites on surfing beaches

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Amali D.•10080 rep•2

There are so many stray dogs wandering the surfing beaches What is the safety protocol if you get bitten and are local clinics equipped for rabies

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Most beach dogs are harmless and vaccinated by NGOs (look for a clipped ear), but night packs can be aggressive. If bitten or even scratched, wash the wound with soap and water for 15 minutes immediately. Sri Lanka takes rabies seriously. Every major government General Hospital stocks the rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) vaccine, and it is free for tourists. Go immediately.

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Suresh K.•7985 rep•2

Do we need to pay for the vaccines at private clinics

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Amali D.•10080 rep•2

I got nipped in Weligama. The hospital sorted me out in 20 minutes. Very professional.

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Oliver B.•8155 rep•2

Do not run if they bark at you. Stand your ground and pretend to pick up a rock. They will run away.

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