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Paradigm shift in rabies control: a system approach.

Chirapol Sintunawa1, Supaporn Wacharapluesadee, Henry Wilde

  • 1Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University.

Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet Thangphaet
|April 13, 2005
PubMed
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Community involvement is key to successful rabies prevention and control, as government-led approaches alone are insufficient. Empowering communities and dog owners fosters self-reliance for sustainable disease management.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Public Health
  • Community Medicine
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Traditional government-centered approaches to rabies prevention and control have proven inadequate in creating rabies-safe communities.
  • Both urban and rural areas face challenges with existing rabies control strategies, highlighting a need for alternative or supplementary methods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the critical role of community collaboration in achieving effective rabies prevention and control.
  • To advocate for increased involvement of dog owners in rabies prevention and problem-solving initiatives.
  • To promote a shift towards community self-reliance in disease control and healthcare services.

Main Methods:

  • This study is based on a review and analysis of existing rabies control strategies and their outcomes.

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  • It synthesizes information on the effectiveness of government-led versus community-participatory approaches.
  • Qualitative assessment of community engagement in public health initiatives.

    • Main Results:

    • Government-led rabies control programs have not successfully established rabies-safe communities.
    • Joint collaboration between households, communities, and government organizations is essential for successful rabies control.
    • Active involvement of dog owners significantly contributes to rabies prevention and problem-solving.

    Conclusions:

    • Strengthening community roles and fostering self-reliance are crucial for sustainable community disease control programs.
    • A collaborative, community-centered approach is more effective than a solely government-driven strategy for rabies control.
    • Empowering communities leads to more resilient and effective public health services.