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Kisumu leverages on drone technology to defeat dog-mediated rabies

Kevine Omollo , Winnie Ali

May 11, 2024 |

Lake Region Bulletin |

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Response Location: Kenya, Kisumu

In 2022, Kisumu County partnered with Zipline to deliver anti-rabies medications via drones, in an effort to combat rabies cases from dog bites. In addition to drone medication delivery, the County also works with over 2,800 Community Health Workers to visit residents at their homes and educate them on rabies and treatment. As a result, dog-related rabies deaths dropped to zero in 2023 and recorded cases have significantly decreased.

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