The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association in Kogi has urged the state government to pass a rabies control bill and employ more veterinarians to curb the fatal disease.
The call comes amid growing concerns about rabies in the region, a disease that is transmitted through animal bites and can be fatal if left untreated.
Rabies control typically involves vaccination of animals, public education on prevention, and timely treatment of bite victims.
The association is seeking legislation that would provide a clear framework for preventing and managing rabies cases in Kogi State.
So far, the state government has not acted on the proposal, and the association remains hopeful that the bill will be introduced in the near future.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
