eThekwini embarks on rabies vaccination drive in Durban south
Updated | By Xolani Khumalo
The eThekwini Metro is urging pet owners in the Durban south areas to get their animals vaccinated against rabies.
It is embarking on a week-long vaccination drive in Merebank, Austerville, Clairwood, and the Bluff from Tuesday.
The city's Msawakhe Mayisela says the campaign is aimed at curbing the spread of rabies and improving people's knowledge about the viral disease.
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"The vaccination is free. Pet owners must bring their animal's certificate from the previous vaccinations. If they do not have one, a certificate will be issued on the day.
"The campaign aims to curb the spread of rabies and to improve rabies knowledge among communities.
"In the city, rabies is prevalent, with the south sub-district being mostly affected. This is followed by the west sub-district and north sub-district."
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