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I received pre exposure vaccine schedule last month? exposure again i received 4 shots? if again exposure how many days i safe from rabies infection?

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Relax: Once you complete the vaccine series you have ongoing protection for at least 2 years. Those in high risk occupations are encouraged to get boosters after 2 years or have a blood test to see if they still have a protective antibody level.

Answered 12/16/2017

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