Hydrophobia is the fear of water. It is often associated with rabies in animals and humans. The term originates from the Greek words for water and fear. In historical contexts, it has significant implications in medicine and public health. Hydrophobia can also reflect cultural attitudes towards water and its importance in various societies. Understanding it requires a multidisciplinary approach.
The stark image of a ward in Bengaluru where every rabies patient dies underlines a grim reality: rabies remains among the most lethal yet preventable public health crises...
