Quick Answer Children may need the rabies vaccine before travel if they are visiting countries where rabies is present, especially for rural trips, long stays, outdoor activities or destinations with limited access to urgent medical care. Children are at higher risk because they may touch animals and may not report small scratches. Introduction Family holidays…
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Petting animals abroad can be risky if you are in a country where rabies is present. Dogs, cats, monkeys, bats and other mammals can carry rabies, even if they look healthy. Travellers should avoid touching animals and consider rabies vaccination if their trip involves higher exposure or limited access to medical care.
Many travellers…