HC Deb 06 November 1975 vol 899 cc252-3W
Mr. Peter Rees

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how much anti-rabies vaccine for human beings is currently held by the National Health Service.

Dr. Owen

The present stock of rabies vaccine for use by the National Health Service in the United Kingdom amounts to some 1,800 doses. This is sufficient for three to four months' usage for vaccination of people at risk, e.g., workers in quarantine kennels, plus an emergency reserve. Further supplies can be obtained in the event of increased need.