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Is there an anti rabies vaccine and booster?
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Yes: Individuals exposed to rabid animal receive 4-5 doses of rabies vaccine. Only those who are at high risk to rabies, e.g., animal handlers, receive booster shot.
Answered 1/29/2018
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