Vietnamese dog meat restaurant owner dies from rabies

SOURCE www.ibtimes.com
A dog meat restaurant owner in Vietnam died of rabies after handling infected animals without precautions. Despite seeking medical care and treatment, he succumbed to severe rabies symptoms.

Key Points

  • Owner of a dog meat restaurant in Vietnam died from rabies after handling infected animals
  • Diagnosed with rabies at Cho Ray Hospital and confirmed at Ho Chi Minh City Hospital for Tropical Diseases
  • Despite treatment, the man succumbed to severe rabies symptoms

Pros

  • Raises awareness about the risks of handling animals without necessary precautions
  • Highlights the importance of seeking medical care for symptoms of rabies

Cons

  • Tragic loss of life due to rabies infection
  • Potential public health concern if other individuals were exposed