Indonesia: Rabies Cases Cause Concern on Bali

By Larry Habegger | Permalink | No Comments | October 7th, 2009 | Trackback

The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta reported that several hundred Indonesians in Tabanan Regency, Denpasar and surrounding areas on the island of Bali were given rabies vaccinations after several people were bitten by dogs suspected of carrying the disease. Officials confirmed three deaths but there have been no cases involving foreigners. Travelers should avoid dogs or other animals that could be infected with rabies, and should be aware that the rabies vaccine is in short supply on Bali. Most foreigners who become seriously ill or have accidents in Indonesia choose to be medically evacuated at their own expense because medical care in much of the country does not meet Western standards.

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