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Rabies and the missing deaths: Why do India’s official numbers differ so sharply from estimates? | Explained

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The ICMR-led study found important gaps after animal bites; about one in five dog-bite victims had not received anti-rabies vaccine, while only 66.2% had received at least three doses and among those who received only one dose, nearly half did not complete the vaccination course

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