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What should you know about vaccine against rabies was first developed by?

How the structures involved in Rabies differ from normal
Illustration: How the structures involved in Rabies differ from normal

Short answer

The first successful rabies vaccine was developed by Louis Pasteur and his colleagues, while modern rabies prevention relies on prompt vaccination and post-exposure treatment.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

First successful vaccine
Associated with Louis Pasteur and colleagues
Key action
Wash the wound promptly
Assessment
Do not wait for symptoms

Why the history matters

Rabies is a viral infection that can follow a bite, scratch or saliva contact from an infected animal. The historical breakthrough showed that vaccination could train the body to respond before the infection reaches the nervous system. Vaccines used today are produced and monitored using modern medical standards.

The answer to who developed the first vaccine does not determine what an exposed person should do now. A clinician assesses the animal, wound and timing, then selects the appropriate plan.

After a possible exposure

Wash a bite or scratch thoroughly with soap and running water as soon as possible, without delaying medical advice. Do not handle an unfamiliar animal again. Contact a healthcare service urgently for advice about [Rabies Post-Exposure Prophylaxis](/treatments/acute-and-urgent-care/rabies-post-exposure-prophylaxis/).

People with repeated occupational or animal exposure may discuss [Rabies Vaccination](/treatments/preventive-care-and-vaccination/rabies-vaccination/) before an incident. Keep details about the animal, contact, wound and previous vaccines available.

When to seek care

Seek urgent medical advice after any potentially risky bite, scratch or saliva exposure, even when the wound looks small and the person feels well. Rabies prevention works best when assessed promptly.

Go to emergency care for uncontrolled bleeding, a deep wound, facial or hand injury, severe pain, or signs of infection such as spreading redness, swelling or fever. Do not wait for neurological symptoms.

Questions for your doctor

Ask whether the exposure needs vaccine, immune treatment or wound care; how many visits are expected; whether previous rabies vaccination changes the plan; and what animal information should be reported.

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General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

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Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Who was associated with the first rabies vaccine?

Louis Pasteur and his colleagues developed the first successful rabies vaccine.

What should happen after a possible bite?

Wash the area with soap and running water and seek urgent medical advice about post-exposure care.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.