Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF ZAMBALES PROVINCIAL HEALTH OFFICE, IBA October 20, 2015 HON. CONSOLACION MARTY Mayor Sta. Cruz, Zambales Dear Mayor, Rabies is a fatal disease in developing countries where animal immunization and control of dogs are inadequate. In view of the 100% case fatality of human rabies, the prevention of rabies infection after the exposure is of utmost importance. . The Department of Health, having committed itself to the prevention of human deaths due to rabies, provides vaccines for the post exposure treatment through the Animal Bite Treatment Centers. The World Health Organization has also issued new organizations related to rabies exposure management or Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP), Given this available information, the guideline in animal bite management is revised in order to provide more cost effective strategies for rabies prevention and control thus the DOH-Regional Office 3 will conduct “Regional Updates and Implementation Review on Rabies Prevention and Control Program “, In line with this, may we invite, MS. MA. TERESA MINIMO, RN., your ABTC Coordinator to attend the said activity on October 27-29, 2015 at Subic Grand Harbour Hotel, Subic Bay Freeport Zone? Meals and accommodation will be charged against RPCP GAA Funds, while transportation cost shall be borne by the sending agency. For confirmation of attendance and queries, please contact Ms. Gina Manlapig at 09235054918 or Ms, Janine Ballon at 09324077539. We look forward to your usual support and participation in this activity. Thank you and my warmest regards! parades 7 one. N Very truly yours, : NOEL C. BUENO, M.D. ‘ovincial Health Officer IL nf aa 7