Rabies Tech Watch

Rabies Tech Watch is a comprehensive digital platform designed to enhance rabies prevention and control efforts in Ethiopia. By leveraging technology, this program aims to improve surveillance, vaccination, and community engagement to reduce the burden of rabies.

GOALS

Reduce human rabies deaths to zero by 2030.
Improve public awareness and understanding of rabies prevention.
Strengthen surveillance and diagnostic capacity for rabies.
Enhance collaboration between human and animal health sectors.
Promote responsible dog ownership and management.

STRATEGIES

Mass Dog Vaccination

Conduct regular mass vaccination campaigns to achieve high coverage rates among dog populations.
Utilize effective rabies vaccines and vaccination techniques.
Implement strategies to reach remote and underserved areas.

Dog Population Management

Promote responsible dog ownership through education and awareness programs.
Implement sterilization and neutering programs to control dog populations.
Encourage responsible pet care practices.

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

Ensure timely access to PEP for individuals exposed to potentially rabid animals.
Establish efficient referral systems for PEP services.
Promote awareness of PEP among healthcare providers and the general public.

Surveillance and Diagnostics

Strengthen surveillance systems to detect and report rabies cases in both humans and animals.
Improve diagnostic capabilities for rabies in laboratory settings.
Enhance reporting and data management systems.

Public Health Education

Conduct public health campaigns to raise awareness about rabies prevention.
Target specific populations, such as children, healthcare workers, and rural communities.
Disseminate information through various channels, including print media, radio, television, and social media.

Intersectional Collaboration

Foster collaboration between human and animal health sectors to ensure coordinated efforts.
Establish joint working groups and committees to address rabies prevention and control
Share information, resources, and expertise across sectors.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Significant reduction in human rabies cases and deaths.
Increased awareness and adoption of rabies prevention practices.
Improved surveillance and diagnostic capabilities.
Strengthened collaboration between human and animal health sectors.
Controlled dog populations and responsible pet ownership practices.

PARTNERSHIPS AND FUNDING

Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, international organizations, and local communities.
Secure funding from various sources, including government budgets, international donors, and private sector partners.
Ensure sustainable funding to support long-term implementation of the program.