Rabies

Rabies is 100% fatal...or is it? Yes, yes it is. Know the symptoms of infection, but it's almost certain you will die after they start appearing. The only way to save yourself is to get vaccinated as soon as possible.

This week, Marina and Fin go on a deep dive into rabies, including their own firsthand account of an encounter where they least expected it.

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