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Rabies Outbreak in Zabaykalsky Krai: Three Cases in Olovyaninsky District in 2025

Rabies returns to Zabaykalsky Krai, this time affecting domestic animals and posing a direct threat to humans. Authorities scramble to contain the outbreak.

This is a picture taken in a snowy area. In the center of the picture there are wolves. On the...
This is a picture taken in a snowy area. In the center of the picture there are wolves. On the right, at the bottom there is a wolf. On the left ,at the top there is a wolf. In this picture there is snow everywhere.

Rabies Outbreak in Zabaykalsky Krai: Three Cases in Olovyaninsky District in 2025

In a worrying development, three cases of rabies in animals were recorded in Zabaykalsky Krai's Olovyaninsky District in 2025. The disease was found in a dog, a bull, and a badger, leading to injuries inflicted on people. This is the first such incident in the region since 2024.

The regional consumer protection authority reported the cases, although the name of the responsible official is not publicly available. This is a significant increase from the previous year, 2024, when only 10 cases were registered across Mogoytuysky, Chernyshevsky, Borzinsky, and Baleisky Districts. Notably, 2023 saw rabies cases in wolves killed by hunters in Aginsky and Ononsky Districts.

The 2025 cases in Olovyaninsky District are particularly concerning as they involved domestic animals, posing a direct threat to humans. Authorities are currently investigating the source of the outbreak and implementing control measures to prevent further spread.

The recent rabies cases in Zabaykalsky Krai highlight the importance of vigilance and prompt reporting of any suspected cases. Vaccination of pets and avoiding contact with wild animals are crucial precautions. The regional authorities are working to contain the situation and ensure public safety.

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