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Rabies: risks for travellers

Guidance for health professionals to provide to individuals who have been bitten by an animal overseas.

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UK Health Security Agency
Published
9 July 2019
Last updated
12 November 2024 鈥� See all updates

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Rabies information for travellers

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This document contains information on:

  • rabies risks from animals overseas
  • considerations before travelling
  • minimising contact with animals while abroad
  • how to treat an animal bite, scratch or lick
  • specialist advice for health professionals

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Updates to this page

Published 9 July 2019
Last updated 12 November 2024 show all updates

  1. Updated branding from PHE to UKHSA.

  2. Added new telephone numbers for the Rabies and Immunoglobulin Service.

  3. First published.

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