Fear of rabies in the north: 17 people referred for preventive treatment

The Ministry of Health announced that a four-month-old domestic puppy was found infected with rabies in the village of Deir Hanna in the Lower Galilee. 17 people who were exposed to the puppy have been referred for preventive treatment against the disease, and the epidemiological investigation is ongoing. The puppy is a Cane Corso breed, medium-sized and black, and was staying in the eastern neighborhood of the village. The Ministry of Health requests that anyone who was in the area between October 15 and October 31, 2026, and came into contact with the puppy or a stray animal, contact the health bureau. The article includes general information about rabies and guidelines for action in case of exposure.