Palamu Dog Bites Surge: Heatwave Linked to Rising Incidents, Experts Urge Vaccination
Palamu district is witnessing a sharp rise in dog bite incidents, with 186 cases reported this month alone, attributed to heatwave conditions affecting canine behavior. Since January, the district has recorded over 1,500 such cases. Doctors emphasize immediate anti-rabies vaccination for all dog bites, even minor scratches, and advise thorough wound washing.