Karnataka has experienced a significant increase in dog bite incidents, with an average of 596 cases per day in the first nine months of 2023. This marks a 34% and 37% rise compared to 2022 and 2021, respectively. However, the number of rabies-related deaths in the state has decreased, with only two confirmed deaths in 2023 compared to 15 in the previous year. Medical experts emphasize the importance of preventive measures, such as thorough wound cleaning and rabies treatment.
