PMC Conducts Rabies Awareness Drives In Schools, Educates Students On Prevention, Vaccination And Animal Bite Care
The Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) organised awareness programmes in several schools across its jurisdiction on Monday to educate students about rabies, its modes of transmission and the precautions to be taken following an animal bite or scratch. Focus On Immediate Medical Care The programmes were held through the civic body's Medical and Health Department on the occasion of World Rabies…
The Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) held awareness programs in multiple schools to educate students about rabies, its transmission, and the necessary precautions following a bite or scratch. These initiatives took place on World Rabies Day, with the Medical and Health Department leading the efforts. Students learned about immediate wound care, timely vaccination, and methods to prevent exposure to infected animals.
The programs were conducted in various schools, including K.A. Banthia High School, Waman Baba School, Zilla Parishad schools in Tembhode and Padghe, and Market Yard New School in Kalundre-Bhingari. PMC emphasized the importance of seeking medical attention promptly after an animal bite and outlined the necessary steps for wound care, including washing with soap and water, applying antiseptic, and seeking medical advice.
The civic body also advised pet owners to ensure their animals are regularly vaccinated and to maintain a safe distance from stray animals.
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