The vaccination campaign against rabies was launched on Sunday, September 27, in Kairouan, Tunisia. The campaign, which is part of the national program to combat the disease and protect public health, coincides with the World Rabies Day on September 28. The campaign is supervised by the Regional Commission for Agricultural Development in Kairouan and targets all residents of the governorate.

Three veterinary clinics have been set up in different locations in Kairouan to provide free vaccinations to dogs and cats. The clinics are located in the first location at the Olad Farhan square, the second location at the Mansoura area next to the basic health center, and the third location on the Hfouz road next to the buildings. The campaign started at 9 am and aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccination and encourage pet owners to have their animals vaccinated annually.

The vaccination campaign is part of the efforts of the veterinary authorities to prevent the spread of rabies through vaccination, education, and awareness-raising. Pet owners are also encouraged to monitor their animals when they are outside the home and to adhere to annual vaccination. The campaign is an important step towards controlling the spread of rabies and protecting public health.

The Regional Commission for Agricultural Development in Kairouan has issued a statement announcing the launch of the campaign, which targets all residents of the governorate. The commission is working to raise awareness about the importance of vaccination and to encourage pet owners to participate in the campaign. The campaign is a collaborative effort between the veterinary authorities and local residents to control the spread of rabies.

The vaccination campaign against rabies is a significant step towards protecting public health in Tunisia. Rabies is a deadly disease that can be prevented through vaccination, and the campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccination and encourage pet owners to have their animals vaccinated annually. The campaign is part of the national program to combat rabies and protect public health.

The launch of the vaccination campaign in Kairouan is part of a broader effort to control the spread of rabies in Tunisia. The campaign is supervised by the Regional Commission for Agricultural Development in Kairouan and targets all residents of the governorate. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccination and encourage pet owners to participate in the campaign.

The vaccination campaign against rabies in Kairouan is an important step towards controlling the spread of the disease and protecting public health. The campaign is a collaborative effort between the veterinary authorities and local residents to control the spread of rabies. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccination and encourage pet owners to have their animals vaccinated annually.

Key points

  • The campaign targets all residents of Kairouan governorate and aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccination against rabies.
  • Three veterinary clinics have been set up in different locations in Kairouan to provide free vaccinations to dogs and cats.
  • The campaign is part of the national program to combat rabies and protect public health in Tunisia.

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