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Stray dogs on Hiriketiya beach and rabies health concerns

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Elena P.•2300 rep•2
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There are so many stray dogs wandering Hiriketiya surfing beach 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 to Matara hospital.

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Tharindu S.•1870 rep•1

Do we need to pay for the vaccines at private clinics

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Elena P.•2300 rep•2

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

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Oliver T.•1125 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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Priyanthi K.•2560 rep•1

Private clinics will charge you, and they often do not stock the Human Rabies Immunoglobulin (HRIG). Always go to a Government Hospital.

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Tharindu S.•1870 rep•1

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