Rabies death in Kuching

KUCHING: A 42-year-old man became the latest victim to die of rabies in Sarawak, said Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah. A Bernama report quoting Dr Noor said the man died at 6.53am on Oct 20 at the Sarawak General Hospital (SGH), and was confirmed to be infected with the rabies virus through laboratory […]

Collaboration needed to end disease

KUCHING: Various activities were carried out in connection with the World Rabies Day 2020 celebration at Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Community Hall here today. Among the highlights of the event were free rabies vaccinations, micro-chipping, and licensing for dogs. Talks about rabies were also held by various departments and agencies, including an update on […]

Practise good hygiene when handling pets

KUCHING: Pet owners have been advised to practice good hygiene when coming in close contact with their pets. Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said these following concerns from the public over whether animals could get infected by the Covid-19 virus. “Wash your hands before and after handling them,” he said in his Facebook post. […]