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rabies virus

 

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Rabies Virus

Description:

The rabies virus is a lethal virus that affects mammals, capable of causing acute brain inflammation (encephalitis). It is primarily transmitted to humans through bites or scratches from infected animals, most commonly dogs, bats, raccoons, and foxes. This deadly virus targets the nervous system and is known to be fatal if not treated promptly.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - A viral pathogen that causes rabies in animals.

Example sentence: The rabies virus can be prevented through vaccination of pets.

Sense 2:

Noun - The specific strain of the virus causing rabies.

Example sentence: The rabies virus isolated from the infected bat was sent to the laboratory for genetic analysis.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Popular - The rabies virus poses a significant threat to public health worldwide.

Example sentence: A comprehensive awareness campaign helped educate the community about the dangers of the rabies virus.

Usage 2:

Local - Due to recent outbreaks, the local community has been advised to report any suspicious animal behavior that may indicate the presence of the rabies virus.

Example sentence: The local authorities have set up vaccination centers to control the spread of the rabies virus among stray dogs.

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