Completion of Rabies Vaccination Schedule by Animal Bite Victims at Urban Primary Health Centre, Abdullapur, Meerut District, Uttar Pradesh

Abstract

Introduction: Rabies is a fatal viral disease primarily transmitted through animal bites, thus posing a significant threat to both human and animal health. Vaccination is the most effective method for its prevention by reducing the risk of infection. Understanding the importance of rabies vaccination can enhance public awareness and improve control measures.
Objectives: To assess the proportion of animal bite victims who completed the schedule of rabies vaccination and the related factors.
Methodology: It was a record-based study. All the 132 animal bite patients’ data were taken for a 3-months period, i.e., from 1st July 2024 to 30th September 2024, at Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC), Abdullapur. Data entry and analysis were done by using MS-EXCEL and EPI-INFO software.
Results: Out of 132 animal bite victims, 73 (55%) had completed the 4-dose schedule of intradermal rabies vaccination given on days 0, 3, 7 & 28. Compliance was better amongst children, females, those bitten by cats or monkeys and those accompanied by someone else.
Conclusion: The compliance to rabies vaccination was 55% in terms of four-dose intradermal rabies vaccination in the case of children, females, those bitten by cats or monkeys and those accompanied by someone else. However, special targeted intervention strategies as well as awareness are needed amongst males, the elderly and young adults aged 16-30 years.

How to cite this article:
Choudhary A, Bano T, Kumar S, Singh G, S Gautam N. Completion of Rabies Vaccination Schedule by Animal Bite Victims at Urban Primary Health Centre, Abdullapur, Meerut District, Uttar Pradesh. APCRI J. 2025; 27(2): 7-10.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/0973.5038.202514