Rabies outbreak in Venezuela's Zulia state kills five in 2026

A rabies outbreak in Zulia state, Venezuela, has caused five human deaths so far in 2026, prompting a public health protocol that identified 155 dog and cat deaths across nine municipalities. The outbreak indicates a significant gap in animal vaccination and public health surveillance, with potential for further spread if control measures are not effective.

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