Understanding Dog Bites and Rabies Prevention

You are invited to participate in a research study conducted by Darshan R, a Master’s in Public Health student at MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru. The study, titled "Assessing the Burden of Dog Bites and Utilization of Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) in Bengaluru District: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Survey and Decision-Tree Modelling Study," aims to understand the impact of dog bites, the use of rabies prevention measures, and public awareness about rabies in Bengaluru.

If you choose to participate, you will be asked to complete a survey containing 31 questions, which will take approximately 20-25 minutes. The survey will cover your socio-demographic details, any experiences with dog bites, medical treatment received, and knowledge about rabies prevention. Participation is entirely voluntary, and you may choose to skip any question or withdraw from the study at any time without any consequences.

There are no direct benefits to you for participating in this study, but your responses will help improve public health policies related to rabies prevention. While there are no physical risks, some questions may be emotionally sensitive. If you feel uncomfortable at any point, you may stop the survey.

All responses will be kept confidential and anonymized, and the collected data will be used only for research purposes. The findings will be shared in an aggregated format without revealing any personal details. This study has been reviewed and approved by the University Ethics Committee for Human Trials at M S Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences to ensure compliance with ethical research guidelines.

By selecting “Yes” below, you confirm that you have read and understood the study details, voluntarily agree to participate, and understand that you can withdraw at any time without consequences. If you do not agree, you may exit the form.

Your participation in this study will contribute to a better understanding of dog bite incidents and rabies prevention, ultimately helping to improve public health interventions in your community.