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Fatal rabies in a child

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Key points •Rabies is a neurotropic infection that is rare in Canada and almost always fatal once symptoms develop.• Rabies postexposure prophylaxis is highly effective in preventing infection in exposed humans if administered promptly and before onset of rabies symptoms.

Source: Canadian Medical Association Journal

DOI: 10.1503/cmaj.251933

Authors: Padmaja Sreeram, Neha Saini, Karen Choong, Ellery Cunan, Alan C. Jackson, Jeffrey M. Pernica, Brian Hummel

Institutions: University of Calgary, McMaster Children's Hospital, University of Manitoba, McMaster University

Language: English

Topic: Rabies epidemiology and control

Subfield: Virology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,553

OpenAlex ID: W7166443094

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