Question
Social And Preventive Medicine Question on Epidemiology
Although many animals are implicated in the spread of rabies, dogs are the most common ones. Also, it usually affects children in developing countries. Knowing this, what is the most cost-effective and logical way to reduce the incidence of rabies?
A
Testing all the dogs for rabies
B
Reduce stray dog population and vaccinate all dogs
C
Increase the laboratory facilities
D
Increase capacity of healthcare workers for surveillance
Answer
Reduce stray dog population and vaccinate all dogs
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B) : Reduce stray dog population and vaccinate all dogs