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September 30, 2025Sahel Journal of Veterinary SciencesOpen Access

Assessment of Rabies Knowledge Gaps and Management of Dog Bite Wound among Dog Handlers in Gombe State, Northeastern Nigeria

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SMSani MohammedSMSani MohammedKEKingsley Uwakwe Ezema

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Overview

Assessment reveals gaps in rabies awareness and dog bite management among dog handlers, suggesting urgent educational needs.

Key Points

  • Only 30.8% of respondents recognized that rabies can be fatal, highlighting significant knowledge gaps.
  • Despite high awareness of dog bites transmitting rabies (95.6%), only 14.3% knew proper wound management techniques.
  • The study was conducted using structured questionnaires to assess awareness and practices among dog handlers.
  • Improved education on rabies and proper treatment for dog bites is essential for better prevention and management.

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Mohammed et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68dc262a8a7d58c25ebb35f7https://doi.org/10.54058/21khy334
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