On October 5,a pet store sold a kitten that subsequently died.On October 22,rabies was diagnosed in the kitten.Between September 19 and October 23,the pet store had sold 34 kittens.Approximately 1000 people responded to health care providers following local media alerts.These people were given

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Rabies is a fatal viral disease that can be transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected animal, including kittens. Postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) is the recommended treatment for individuals who have been exposed to the rabies virus. PEP consists of a series of injections of both rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine. Therefore, the best choice for the approximately 1000 people who responded to health care providers following the local media alerts is postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) to prevent the onset of rabies symptoms.

On October 5,a Pet Store Sold a Kitten That Subsequently