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  • Construction Worker Dies of Rabies After Refusing Treatment for Dog Bite in Tamil Nadu

    Construction Worker Dies of Rabies After Refusing Treatment for Dog Bite in Tamil Nadu

    Nov 14, 2025 02:02 pm CST

    A 31-year-old construction worker from Tamil Nadu's Kanyakumari district died of rabies three months after being bitten by a dog at his worksite. The victim, Ayyappan, ignored the injury and did not seek medical treatment or post-exposure vaccination, highlighting the critical importance of immediate care following animal bites.

  • Tragic Death of 3-Year-Old from Undetected Dog Bite in Maharashtra Highlights Rabies Danger

    Tragic Death of 3-Year-Old from Undetected Dog Bite in Maharashtra Highlights Rabies Danger

    Oct 08, 2025 04:03 pm CST

    A three-year-old boy in Maharashtra died from rabies after a stray dog bite went undetected for days, hidden under his hair. Despite seeking medical help at three hospitals once symptoms appeared, the family was told it was too late. This tragic case highlights the dangers of rabies, the importance of immediate treatment after animal bites, and raises concerns about stray dog management in Indian communities.