5. Is rabies caused by virus or
by bacteria? How is it
transmitted? Which organs
and tissues are affected by the
disease? How is it prevented
and treated?

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Rabies, also known as , isa
viral disease. It found in dogs, cats,
and other wild mammals.
transmission to humans occurs
the saliva of contaminated ,
mainly through bites.

The virus is neurotropic and
the central nervous system a
fast and lethal . The prevention
of the is done by prophylactic
of animals and humans.
treatment is done by -rabies serum
containing specific antibodies
the virus.